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MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
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COPYRIGHT NOTICE
COPYRIGHT 2005 Mutoh Europe N.V. All rights reserved.
This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the
copyright owner.
This document is furnished to support Mutohs Spitfire. In consideration of the furnishing of the information
contained in this document, the party to whom it is given, assumes its custody and control and agrees to the
following:
The information herein contained is given in confidence, and any part thereof shall not be copied or
reproduced without written consent of Mutoh Europe N.V.
This document or the contents herein under no circumstances shall be used in the manufacture or
reproduction of the article shown and the delivery of this document shall not constitute any right or license to
do so.
June 2005
Published: Mutoh Europe N.V., Archimedesstraat 13, B-8400 Oostende, BELGIUM
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Important Notice
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the product is operated in a commercial environment.
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his expense.
1. Radio interfere
Product generates weak radio signals and may interfere with television reception and utilities. If a
product does interfere with radio or TV reception, try following:
Change the direction of your radio and TV reception antenna or feeder.
Change the direction of the product.
Move either the product or the receiving antenna so there is more distance between them.
Be sure the product and the receiving antenna are on separate power lines.
2. Trademark mentioned in this manual.
MUTOH, Spitfire, Spitfire Mild Solvent, MH-GL, MH-GL2, MH-RTL are registered trademarks or
product names of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
Centronics and Bitronics are registered trademarks or product names of Centronics Data Computer
Corporation.
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows NT4.0, Windows2000, and
MSDOS are registered trademarks or product names of Microsoft Corporation.
DOS/V is registered trademark and product name of International Business Machine Corporation
(IBM).
Other company and product names may be registered trademarks or product names.
No part of this product or publication may be reproduced, copied or transmitted in any form or by any means,
except for personal use, without the permission of MUTOH EUROPE N.V.
The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification.
MUTOH EUROPE N.V. has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from error, but if you find any
uncertainties or misprints, please call us or the shop where you bought this equipment.
MUTOH EUROPE N.V. shall not be liable for any damages or troubles resulting from the use of this
equipment or this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety Instructions.......................................................................................................15
1.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................15
1.2. Warnings, Cautions and Notes................................................................................15
1.3. Important safety instructions ...................................................................................15
1.4. Warning labels ........................................................................................................18
1.5 Labels in function of transportation ..........................................................................21
2. Product Overview........................................................................................................23
2.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................23
2.2. Features..................................................................................................................23
2.3. Part names and functions........................................................................................24
2.3.1. Front .................................................................................................................24
2.3.2. Back..................................................................................................................26
2.3.3. Position and function of the heating elements ..................................................27
2.3.4. Operation panel ................................................................................................28
2.4. Printer status ...........................................................................................................30
2.4.1. Normal ..............................................................................................................30
2.4.2. Setting menu display ........................................................................................30
2.4.3. Changing the printer status...............................................................................31
3. specifications...............................................................................................................33
3.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................33
3.2. Product Specifications.............................................................................................34
3.3. Interface Specifications ...........................................................................................35
3.4. Installation...............................................................................................................37
3.4.1. Choosing a place for the printer........................................................................37
3.4.2. Installing the printer ..........................................................................................39
4. Parts Replacement ......................................................................................................41
4.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................41
4.2. Removing the cover ................................................................................................42
4.2.1. Removing the I/H cover ....................................................................................43
4.2.2. Removing side cover R.....................................................................................44
4.2.3. Removing side cover L .....................................................................................46
4.2.4. Removing the front cover..................................................................................48
4.2.5. Removing the panel unit assembly...................................................................52
4.2.6. Removing the Y rail cover.................................................................................53
4.2.7. Removing front paper guide..............................................................................54
4.2.8. Removing rear paper guide ..............................................................................56
4.2.9. Removing the head cover .................................................................................57
4.2.10. Removing the maintenance cover ..................................................................58
4.3. Replacement of the heater element ........................................................................59
4.3.1. Heater elements ...............................................................................................59
4.4. Replacing Board Bases...........................................................................................66
4.4.1 Replacing the Mainboard assembly, HDD_Extension board assembly,
HEAD_DRV board assembly, PCI_Linux board assembly and cooling fan assembly 66
4.4.2. Replacing the power source board assembly ...................................................72
4.4.3. Replacing the inlet assembly, inlet board assembly and lever foot SW cable
assembly ....................................................................................................................74
4.4.4. Replacing the JUNCTION board assembly ......................................................75
4.5. Replacing the PF Actuator ......................................................................................76
4.5.1. Replacing the PF motor assembly....................................................................76
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4.5.2. Replacing the PF_ENC assembly and PF scale assembly...............................77
4.5.3. Replacing the PF deceleration pulley assembly ...............................................78
4.5.4. Replacing the PF deceleration belt ...................................................................79
4.5.5. Replacing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and P_REAR_L sensor assembly
...................................................................................................................................80
4.5.6. Replacing the suction fan assembly .................................................................81
4.5.7. Replacing the lever motor assembly and the arm motor installation board.......82
4.5.8. Replacing the transmission photosensor ..........................................................84
4.5.9. Replacing the flushing box assembly................................................................86
4.6. Replacing the CR Actuator......................................................................................92
4.6.1. Replacing the CR motor assembly ...................................................................92
4.6.2. Replacing the steel belt ....................................................................................93
4.6.3. Replacing the SLIDE motor assembly, HD_SLIDE sensor assembly, and slide
motor installation board ..............................................................................................95
4.6.4. Replacing the T fence (Timing fence or Linear Y-Axis Encoder) ......................96
4.6.5. Replacing the CR slave pulley assembly..........................................................98
4.6.6. Replacing the CR actuator pulley and the CR deceleration belt .......................99
4.6.7. Replacing the steel bearer, tube guide, CR tape power cable and ink tube ...100
4.6.8. Replace the cover R sensor assembly and the cover L sensor assembly......102
4.7. Replacing the Cursor.............................................................................................103
4.7.1. Replacing the cutter holder, cutter spring, cutter cap, solenoid assembly and
solenoid spring .........................................................................................................103
4.7.2. Replacing the print head assembly and head tape power cable.....................105
4.7.3. Replacing the H ink tube, tube branch and damper assembly........................107
4.7.4. Replacing the CR board assembly .................................................................108
4.7.5. Replacing the CR_ENC assembly..................................................................110
4.7.6. Replacing the P_EDGE sensor assembly ......................................................111
4.7.7. Replacing the CR cursor assembly.................................................................112
4.7.8. Replacing the cursor roller assembly..............................................................113
4.8. Replacing the MAINTENANCE station Area .........................................................115
4.8.1. Replacing the Capping Station Assembly (Maintenance Assembly)...............115
4.8.1. Assembling the Capping Station.....................................................................118
4.8.3. Replacing the caps .........................................................................................121
4.8.4. Replacing the wiper and wiperarm and replace the sponge ...........................122
4.8.5. Replacing the SLIDE motor assembly (wiper arm) .........................................127
4.8.6. Replacing the transmission photosensor (wiper home position and maintenance
home position) ..........................................................................................................128
4.9. Replacing the Pump Area .....................................................................................129
4.9.1. Replacing the pump assembly........................................................................129
4.9.2. Replacing the pump........................................................................................131
4.9.3. Replacing the pump motor assembly..............................................................132
4.10. Replacing the Cartridge Area..............................................................................133
4.10.1. Replacing the I/H (ink holder) assembly .......................................................133
4.11. Replacing Supports and Scroller .........................................................................137
4.11.1. Replacing the waste fluid bottle assembly ....................................................137
4.11.2. Replacing the waste bottle box sensor assembly .........................................138
5. Self-Diagnosis Function............................................................................................141
5.1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................141
5.2. Preparation............................................................................................................141
5.2.1. Preparations on Machine................................................................................141
5.2.2. Starting Up......................................................................................................142
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5.3. Operations in Self-Diagnosis Mode.......................................................................143
5.3.1. Operating Self-Diagnosis Mode......................................................................143
5.3.2. Diagnosis Items in Self-Diagnosis Menu ........................................................145
5.4. Test / Inspection Menu..........................................................................................146
5.4.1. RAM Capacity Menu.......................................................................................147
5.4.2. Version Menu..................................................................................................147
5.4.3. Operation Panel Menu....................................................................................148
5.4.4. Sensor Menu ..................................................................................................149
5.4.5. Encoder Menu ................................................................................................150
5.4.6. Fan Menu .......................................................................................................151
5.4.7. History Menu...................................................................................................151
5.4.8. Head Signal Menu ..........................................................................................153
5.5. Adjustment Menu ..................................................................................................154
5.5.1. Skew Check Menu..........................................................................................155
5.5.2. Head rank input menu ....................................................................................156
5.5.3 Head Nozzle Check Menu..............................................................................157
5.5.4. Head Slant Check Menu.................................................................................159
5.5.5. Repeatability Adjustment (Bi-Directional) .......................................................164
5.5.6. CW adjustments (Uni-Directional)...................................................................165
5.5.7. Band Feed Correction Menu (X Length) .........................................................166
5.5.8. Top & bottom adjustment menu......................................................................168
5.5.9. P_REAR sensor position adjustment menu....................................................169
5.5.10. Test print menu.............................................................................................170
5.5.11. Head wash menu..........................................................................................171
5.5.12. Software Counter Initialization Menu ............................................................173
5.5.13. Feed Pitch Check Menu ...............................................................................174
5.5.14. Fill printing menu ..........................................................................................174
5.6. Purge Menu...........................................................................................................175
5.7. Sample Printing Menu...........................................................................................176
5.8. Parameter Menu....................................................................................................177
5.8.1. Parameter Initialization Menu .........................................................................177
5.8.2. Parameter Update Menu ................................................................................178
5.9. Endurance Running Menu.....................................................................................187
5.9.1. CR Motor Endurance Menu............................................................................188
5.9.2. PF Motor Endurance Menu.............................................................................189
5.9.3. Cutter Endurance menu..................................................................................190
5.9.4. Head Up/Down Endurance Menu ...................................................................191
5.9.5. Head Lock Endurance menu ..........................................................................192
5.9.6. Pump Endurance menu..................................................................................193
5.9.7. Lever Motor Endurance Menu ........................................................................194
5.9.8. Sequential Printing Endurance Menu .............................................................195
5.9.9. General Endurance Menu...............................................................................196
5.9.10. Endurance Running Check Menu.................................................................197
5.10. Head Lock Menu .................................................................................................198
5.11. Heater System menu...........................................................................................199
5.11.1. Heater Status Menu......................................................................................199
5.11.2. Heater Temperature Menu ...........................................................................199
5.11.3. Heater Test 30 Menu....................................................................................200
5.11.4. Heater Test 50 Menu....................................................................................200
5.11.5. Heater Test Max Menu .................................................................................200
5.11.6. Test Aging Menu...........................................................................................201
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5.11.7. Heater Version Menu....................................................................................201
5.12. Sol Prepare menu ...............................................................................................202
5.13. SMS MEnu..........................................................................................................202
5.13. Machine size select menu...................................................................................203
6. Maintenance Mode.....................................................................................................205
6.1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................205
6.2. Operating Maintenance Mode...............................................................................205
6.2.1. Starting Up Maintenance Mode ......................................................................205
6.2.2. Operating Maintenance Mode.........................................................................205
6.3. Maintenance Menu................................................................................................206
6.3.1. Counter Display Menu ....................................................................................206
6.3.2. Counter Initialization Menu .............................................................................208
6.3.3. MAC address write enable menu....................................................................209
6.3.4 Head Voltage...................................................................................................210
7. Adjustments...............................................................................................................211
7.1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................211
7.2. Adjustment ............................................................................................................211
7.3. Parameter backup.................................................................................................214
7.3.1. Tools required for work ...................................................................................214
7.3.2. Procedure for creating backup parameters.....................................................215
7.3.3. Backup parameter installation procedure .......................................................216
7.4. Firmware installation .............................................................................................217
7.4.1. Tools required for work ...................................................................................217
7.4.2. Installation procedure .....................................................................................217
7.5. Steel belt tension adjustment ................................................................................220
7.5.1. Tools required for work ...................................................................................220
7.5.2. Adjustment Procedure ....................................................................................220
7.6. PF deceleration belt tension adjustment ...............................................................222
7.6.1. Tools required for work ...................................................................................222
7.6.2. Adjustment Procedure ....................................................................................222
7.7. Head precision adjustment (slant) .........................................................................223
7.7.1 Head slant adjustment .....................................................................................223
7.7.2. Front and back of head adjustment ................................................................225
7.8. Repeatability Adjustment (Bi-Directional) ..............................................................228
7.9. CW adjustments (Uni-Directional) .........................................................................229
7.10. CR deceleration belt tension adjustment .............................................................230
7.10.1. Tools required for work .................................................................................230
7.10.2. Adjustment Procedure ..................................................................................230
7.11. Cover sensor adjustment ....................................................................................231
7.12. Head height adjustment ......................................................................................232
7.12.1. Tools required for work .................................................................................232
7.12.2. Adjustment Procedure ..................................................................................232
7.13. Media sensor sensitivity adjustment....................................................................234
7.13.1. Tools required for work .................................................................................234
7.13.2. Adjustment Procedure ..................................................................................234
7.14. Cutter adjustment ................................................................................................238
7.15. Pump tubing layout for pump assembly ..............................................................240
7.15.1 Pump tubing layout ........................................................................................240
7.16. Board checklist ....................................................................................................242
7.16.1. Power supply board. .....................................................................................242
7.16.2. Control board. ...............................................................................................243
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7.16.3. Power board. ................................................................................................244
7.16.4. Heater Elements...........................................................................................244
7.16.5. Checklist .......................................................................................................246
7.17 Flushing box height position adjustment ..............................................................247
8. Maintenance...............................................................................................................251
8.1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................251
8.2. Cleaning................................................................................................................252
8.3. Periodical Services................................................................................................253
8.3.1. Service by end-user........................................................................................253
8.3.2. Service by authorised Mutoh technician .........................................................255
8.4. Part Life Information..............................................................................................258
8.5. Jig and Tool List ....................................................................................................259
8.5.1. Required Tools ...............................................................................................259
8.6. Lubrication/Bonding...............................................................................................260
8.7. Transportation of Machine.....................................................................................262
9. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................265
9.1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................265
9.2. Troubleshooting procedures when a message has been displayed......................265
9.2.1. Operating condition display ............................................................................266
9.2.2. Message type errors.......................................................................................268
9.2.3. Heating system error ......................................................................................275
9.2.4. Data error .......................................................................................................276
9.2.5. Command errors.............................................................................................277
9.2.6. Errors requiring restart ....................................................................................278
9.3. Troubleshooting procedures when errors are not displayed..................................289
9.3.1. Problems relating to initial operation...............................................................289
9.3.2. Problems relating to paper feed......................................................................295
9.3.3. Problems relating to the printing operation .....................................................296
9.3.4. Problems relating to noise ..............................................................................308
9.3.5. Problems relating to the paper cutting operation ............................................310
9.3.6. Problems relating to online and functions .......................................................313
9.3.7. Other problems...............................................................................................315
10. Appendix...................................................................................................................317
10.1. Introduction .........................................................................................................317
10.2 Wiring Diagram.....................................................................................................317
10.4. Service Parts List/Exploded Views/Configuration Diagrams................................317
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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1. INTRODUCTION
This chapter explains the meaning of safety terms for personnel who operate this equipment, important
safety instructions, and the positions of the warning labels.
Important :
Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual when using the
equipment.
1.2. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
Safety terms in this manual and the contents of warning labels attached to the printer are categorized into
the following three types depending on the degree of risk (or the scale of accident).
Read the following explanations carefully and follow the instructions in this manual.
Safety terms Details
Important Must be followed carefully to avoid death or serious bodily injury
Caution Must be observed to avoid bodily injury (moderately or lightly) or damage to your
equipment
Notes Contains important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer
1.3. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructions that must be observed to use the equipment safely are explained below.
Do not place the printer in the following areas. Doing so may result in the printer tipping or falling
over and causing injury.
Unstable surfaces
Angled place
Areas subject to vibration by other equipment
Do not stand on or place heavy objects on your printer. Doing so may result in the printer tipping
or falling over and causing injury.
Do not cover the ventilation hole of your printer with cloth, such as a blanket or table cloth. Doing
so could obstruct ventilation and cause fire.
Do not place the printer in humid and dusty areas. Doing so may result in electrical shock or fire.
Do not use a damaged power cable. Doing so may result in electrical shock.
Do not attempt to plug in electrical plugs with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrical shock.
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Do not connect earth cables in the following areas.
Gas pipes Doing so may cause fire or an explosion.
Earth terminals for telephone line or lightening rod Doing so may cause a large flow of
voltage if lightening occurs.
Water pipes or faucets If there is a plastic part in the pipe, the earth will not work
properly.
Do not insert or drop metal or inflammable objects into openings, such as ventilation outlets.
Doing so may result in electrical shock and fire.
Stop using your printer if a liquid is spilled into it. This may cause electrical shock or fire. Turn the
printer off as soon as possible, unplug the power cord, and contact your local MUTOH dealer.
Be sure to use the attached cable. Otherwise, electrical shock or fire may occur.
Be sure to use the specified voltage (AC 100 V to 120V, or AC 220V to 240V). Otherwise,
electrical shock or fire may occur.
Use electricity directly from a power outlet (AC 100 V to 120V, or AC 220V to 240V). Do not put
many loads on one electrical output. Otherwise, heat may be generated and cause fire.
Be sure to use an outlet with an earth terminal and use the terminal correctly. Otherwise,
electrical shock or fire may occur.
Follow the instructions below when handling the power cable.
o Do not modify the cable.
o Do not put heavy objects on the cable.
o Do not bend, twist or pull the cable.
o Do not wire the cable near equipment that generates heat.
Follow the instructions below when handling the power plug. Otherwise, fire may occur.
o Wipe away dust and any other residue before inserting the plug.
o Ensure that the plug is firmly inserted as far as it will go.
When handling the foot switch, be aware of the following:
o Do not place anything heavy on the foot switch.
o Do not bend the cable of the foot switch with force and do not pull.
o Do not place the foot switch near thermal devices.
When handling ink cassettes, be careful that ink does not get in your eyes or on your skin.
However, if this happens, flush immediately with water and wash skin with soap. Otherwise, your
eyes may become congested or inflamed slightly. If you feel discomfort, consult a doctor
immediately.
Do not disassemble ink cassettes. Otherwise, ink may get in your eyes or on your skin.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening and closing the cover of the ink compartment.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening and closing the front cover.
Follow the instructions below when connecting the network interface cable. Otherwise, electrical
shock or fire may occur.
o Do not touch the connector.
o Do not connect the network cable connector that is not the same specification to the
interface board.
When cutting the roll media, be careful of the following. Incorrect handling can result in injury to
the hands and fingers from the razor blade.
o When holding the media, do not place fingers over the media cut groove.
o Move the razor blade slowly along the media cutting groove.
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Do not use thinner, benzene, alcohol or other active agents. Doing so may result in damage or
paint peeling from the casing.
Be careful not to spill water inside the printer. Doing so may result in a short circuit.
Be careful not to touch the heaters during or after operation. Doing so may result in burns.
Only use Spitfire Mild Solvent Ink and appropriate cleaning liquid.
Never open the covers fixed with screws, except the left cover. Doing so may result in electrical
shock or a malfunctioning in the printer.
Do not touch the cutter blade. Doing so may result in bodily injury.
Do not cut hard objects or drop the cutter. Doing so may damage or chip the cutter blade.
Do not bend or pull the waste fluid tube. Doing so may cause that the waste fluid will leak out and
malfunction in the product.
Do not touch the cleaning wiper or the head cap unit whit bear hands. Use a dust free cloth and
gloves to clean.
Do not tilt the printer, stand it against a wall or turn it upside down. Doing so may cause ink to
leak inside the printer. Movement after transport is also not covered by the warranty.
When installing options, do not touch the elements on the circuit board. The elements on the
boards can be very hot and can cause burns.
Have four or more people unpack and assemble the printer.
When lifting the printer out of the packing box, be sure to remove the vinyl cover first, and then
grab the holding grips on the sides of the printer. Lifting the printer with the vinyl cover on may
cause your hands to slip and drop or damage the printer.
Have two or more people transport the printer.
Ensure that the plug has been disconnected from the power socket when it is not to be used for a
long time.
Earth wires must be connected to wires or terminals that fulfill the conditions below.
o Earth terminals of power sockets
o Earth wires with copper morsel that is at least 650 mm under the ground
Earth wires must be connected to wires or terminals that fulfill the conditions below.
Keep the printer horizontal during transportation.
Be sure to do the following before attaching options.
o Turn the printer off.
o Unplug the power cord from the socket.
o Unplug cables connected to the printer. Otherwise, damage to the printer or your computer
may occur.
o Remove electrostatic charge from your clothes and body by touching the metal parts of the
printer.
o Electronic components such as the memory may malfunction if exposed to an electrostatic
charge.
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1.4. WARNING LABELS
The handling, attachment locations, and types of warning labels are explained below.
Warning labels are attached on areas which require attention. Read and understand the positions and
contents thoroughly before performing your work.
1.4.1. Handling the warning labels
Be sure to note the following when handling the labels.
Notes :
Make sure that all labels can be recognized. If text or illustrations cannot be seen
clearly, either clean or replace the label.
When cleaning labels, use a cloth with water or neutral detergent. Do not use a
solvent or gasoline.
If a warning label is damaged, lost or cannot be recognized, replace the label.
When replacing warning labels, contact your local MUTOH dealer.
1.4.2. Locations and types of warning labels
The locations of warning labels are shown below.
1.4.2.1. Location and types of warning labels on front part.
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No. Type
1
2
3
4,7
5,6
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1.4.2.2. Location and types of warning labels on back part.
No. Type
3
CAUTION
THIS UNIT HAS TWO POWER SUPPLY CORDS, WHEN WiNDING
UNIT IS PROVIDED. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY CORDS
BEFORE SERVICING.
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1.5 LABELS IN FUNCTION OF TRANSPORTATION
Nr. Description
1 BEFORE powering on printer,
REMOVE clamp from waste tubes:
On right bottom side of machine!
Remove dummy cassettes before powering on the printer.
2 BEFORE powering on printer;
REMOVE clamps from waste tubes
3 You can also find a label on each of the 8 dummy cassettes:
Dummy cassette, please remove before powering on the printer.
4 BEFORE powering on printer,
REMOVE dummy cassettes.
5 Plastic bag with the 8 waste tubes and clamps
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2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1. INTRODUCTION
This chapter explains the features, part names, and functions of the printer.
2.2. FEATURES
The features of the printer are explained below.
(1) High speed output
2 models feature new print heads and achieve high speed printing.
They also offer printing widths up to 1643mm in Spitfire-65 (65 inch) and 2250 mm in Spitfire-90 (90 inch).
Machine Media Width Printing Width
Spitfire 65 1653 mm 1643 mm
Spitfire 90 2280 mm 2250 mm
(2) Wide variety of compatible media
Adjustable head height can be adapted to various media thickness from 0.08 up to 1.1 mm.
(3) Vibrant Colour Reproduction
To reproduce sharp and vivid colour, 4 ink colours are used for printing. 220ml of large capacity Spitfire Mild
Solvent cassette is equipped with an IC chip, which can automatically detect the ink quantity, significantly
improving productivity.
(4) Effective usage of media
A JOG feature is provided allowing the user to set the printing position. Because printing can be performed
on media on which there has already been printed, excess space can be used effectively.
(5) RIP
Software Starter Pack included in-the-box. (To be defined with the order.)
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2.3. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Part names and functions are explained below.
2.3.1. Front
No. Name Function
1 Operation panel This panel is used to set operational conditions, the status of the printer and
other functions.
2 Ink compartment This is the place for installing ink cassettes.
3 Front cover This cover keeps the operator safe from the drive parts of the printer while it is
operating. Only open and/or close the cover to perform following operations:
Media setting and replacement
Cutter blade replacement
Cleaning the cleaning wiper
In case of media jam.
4 Pressure rollers This roller is used to press the media from above and keep it flat when printing.
5 Maintenance cover This protects users from electric shocks caused by touching the internal
electrical parts. The cover is opened when expansion memory (optional) has to
be installed, and is closed for normal use.
6 Stand This stand is used to install the printer on a surface flat floor.
The unit is delivered with a Unwinder / Winder 100 system
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7
10
Paper Guide Support the media during printing
It houses the fixer, post-fixer and dryer.
8 Carriage This is a cover to protect the user from the internal components of the unit. This
is opened during following operation :
When cleaning the cleaning wiper.
9 Foot switch This switch is used to control the Unwinder / Winder
11 Daily Maintenance
Cover
Two covers which can be opened easily for daily maintenance.
12 Front winding
system (winder 100)
Motorized roll-up system.
13 Swingbars Adjust the tension of the media.
14 Rear winding
system (unwinder
100)
Motorized roll-off system.
15 Waste bottle To collect the waste fluid.
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2.3.2. Back
No. Name Function
1 AC inlet This is the inlet interface to which the power plug is connected.
2 Interface connector This is the connector to which the interface cable is connected.
3 Foot switch connector This is the connector to which the foot switch cable is attached.
4 Insertion slot This is the slot for inserting media when loading it.
5 Interface slot The network interface board attaches here.
6 Hard disk slot The hard disk attaches here. When not using a hard disk, keep the
cover closed.
7 Nameplate rating The type, name, serial number, rating and other details of the printer are
labelled here.
8 Rear Heater Supports the media during printing and houses the pre-heaters.
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2.3.3. Position and function of the heating elements
Heater element Temperature Function
Pre-heater (Heater A) 20 50C Open the pores to make the media more receptive
for Spitfire Mild Solvent Ink.
Fixer (Heater B) 20 40C To establish optimum fixation onto the media
(coated and uncoated).
Optimizes the dot gain control.
Post-Fixer (Heater C) 20 70C The post-fixer finalizes the fixation process and
helps to make the prints touch-dry.
Dryer (Heater D) 20 50C The dryer completes the drying for compatibility
with the take-up in combination with higher output
speeds.
Stickiness of printed banner materials is improved.
There have been a number of requests from the field, asking the heaters to be on by default for a few user
settings. This has now been implemented as follows:
1) For user 1 and user 8 default settings are as follows:
a. Pre heater A: 50C
b. Fixer B: 40C
c. Post Fixer C: 50C
d. Dryer D: 50C
2) For users 2 7, by default the heaters are still OFF.
Notes :
Please note some RIP software do not allow selection of the user from software
side. In some cases, however, they do automatically activate user 8.
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2.3.4. Operation panel
The operation panel is used to set operational conditions, display the status of the printer, and set other
functions.
The names and functions of the operation keys and status lamps are explained below.
(1) Operation keys
No. Name Normal Setup menu display
1 [POWER] key Turns the printer on and off. Turns the printer on and off.
2 [F1] key Executes the function assigned to F1. Executes the function assigned to F1.
3 [F2] key Executes the function assigned to F2. Executes the function assigned to F2.
4 [F3] key Executes the function assigned to F3. Executes the function assigned to F3.
5 [F4] key Executes the function assigned to F4. Executes the function assigned to F4.
6 [MENU ] key Changes the LCD monitor display to
the setup menu status.
Changes the menu in reverse order.
7 [MENU ] key Changes the LCD monitor display to
setup menu status.
Changes the menu in forward order.
8 [ENTER] key Displays the print mode currently set. Determines the new parameter value and
changes the LCD monitor display to the
next menu. Sets the parameter value and
changes the LCD monitor display to the
next menu.
9 [CANCEL] key - Cancels the new parameter value and
changes the LCD monitor display to the
next menu. Clears the parameter value
and changes the LCD monitor display to
the next menu.
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(1) LCD monitor and light indicators.
No. Name Colour Status Function
10 LCD monitor - - The monitor displays the operation status and error
messages of the printer.
ON The printer is on. 11 POWER lamp Green
OFF The printer is off.
Flashing An error has occurred. The contents will be displayed on
the LCD monitor.
12 ERROR lamp Red
OFF Either there is no error or the power is off.
ON The printer is receiving print data.
Flashing The printer is analysing received data.
13 DATA lamp Orange
OFF The printer is waiting to receive print data.
ON The pressure roller is in the release position.
Media has not been loaded.
14 MEDIA SET lamp Orange
OFF The pressure roller is in the secured position.
The media has not been loaded.
ON The media type is set to roll media. 15 ROLL lamp Orange
OFF The media type is set to sheet media.
ON The media type is set to sheet media. 16 SHEET lamp Orange
OFF The media type is set to roll media.
ON The temperature of the heating elements is the requested
temperature.
The real temperature is the same as the requested
temperature.
Flashing The heating elements are warming up.
The real temperature is different as the requested
temperature.
17 HEATER lamp Orange
OFF The heating elements are powered OFF.
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2.4. PRINTER STATUS
The status of the printer is explained below.
2.4.1. Normal
Indicates that the printer can draw print data when media is loaded.
You can also make settings concerning printing using the operation panel.
The contents displayed on the LCD monitor of the operation panel is as follows.
1 Ready to print
2 Heaters Cleaning 3
4 Cut&Feed Lever Up 5
6 User 1 xxxm 7
No. Position Description
1 1st line Displays the current status of the printer. Depending on the status, the
contents may be displayed in 2 to 4 lines.
2 Left of 2nd line Displays the function assigned to [F1] key.
3 Right of 2nd line Displays the function assigned to [F2] key.
4 Left of 3rd line Displays the function assigned to [F3] key.
5 Right of 3rd line Displays the function assigned to [F4] key.
6 Left of 4th line Displays the currently set media type.
7 Right of 4th line Displays the approximate amount of remaining media that is currently
set. (Units: m)
However, the amount is displayed only when either "Roll media 1",
"Roll media 2", or "Roll media 3" is selected in the Roll media setting
menu.
2.4.2. Setting menu display
Indicates that you can make settings concerning printing using the operation panel.
Operation regarding printing is possible via the operation panel.
The contents displayed on the LCD monitor of the operation panel is as follows.
1 * SetupMenu *
2 InkStatus OriginSet 3
4 TestPrint MediaSet 5
(1/7) 6
No. Position Description
1 1st line Displays the setting menu name currently set.
2 Left of 2nd line Displays the function assigned to [F1] key.
3 Right of 2nd line Displays the function assigned to [F2] key.
4 Left of 3rd line Displays the function assigned to [F3] key.
5 Right of 3rd line Displays the function assigned to [F4] key.
6 4th line Displays the currently available functions of the [F1] key to the [F4]
key.
Displays the page status if there are multiple pages for the currently
displayed setting menu.
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2.4.3. Changing the printer status
To change the printer status, follow the steps below.
(1) Changing the status from normal to the setting menu display
Press either [MENU ] or [MENU ] on the operation panel when the printer is in normal status.
The display of the operation panel changes to the Setting menu display.
Notes :
Refer to "Setup menu" for details of the setting menu.
(2) Changing the status from the setting menu display to normal
Take one of the following actions when the printer is in the setting menu display to change the operation
panel display to normal one.
Press the [CANCEL] key on the operation panel.
Leave the printer as it is for 3 minutes when the status is in the setting menu display.
Ready to print
Heaters Cleaning
Cut&Feed Lever Up
User 1 xxxm
[MENU ] or [MENU ]
[CANCEL] or leave the printer as it is
for 3 minutes
* SetupMenu *
InkStatus OriginSet
TestPrint MediaSet
(1/7)
Notes :
Refer to Status messages" for details of displaying the printer status.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. INTRODUCTION
This section explains the specifications and installation procedures for optional parts.
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3.2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Printers 65- model 90- model
Technology Drop-on-demand Micro Piezo Inkjet Technology.
Variable drop mass output between 5.4 ng and 41.5 ng
Media Thickness Compensation Automatic media thickness compensation.
Variable RIP controlled Head Height
Maximum Media Widths 1653 mm 2280 mm
Maximum Print Widths 1643 mm 2250 mm
Media Thickness
Diameter / Core
Weight
Range: 0.08 mm 1.1 mm
Maximum: 150 mm / 2 or 3
Maximum: 50 kg
Colour Channels 8 colour channels 4 process colour output
Inks
Spitfire Mild Solvent 2xCMYK speed set-up
Spitfire Mild Solvent CMYKLcLm photo tone rendering set-up
Ink Cassette Capacity / Type 220 ml / smart chip ink type & order sensing
Print Modes & Panel Control Options Uni & Bi-directional output, Interweaving, Mirror Output, Multi
Copy, Ink Status, Origin Control
LCD Display Backlight LED 4 lines x 20 characters
Take-up System (standard) Automated
Roll Media Core 2 & 3
Interface Centronics, IEEE 1284 compatible / Network, High Speed
Interface (standard high-speed interface card 4 Mb/s).
Graphics Command Language RTL-PASS, MH-GL, MH-GL/2
Power Consumption 1300 VA
80 VA in stand-by mode
1400 VA
100 VA in stand-by mode
External Dimensions in mm (W x D x H)
Weight
3100 x 750 x 1250
195 kg
3700 x 750 x 1250
215 kg
Power Supply AC 100 120 V / AC 220 240 V auto-switching
Working Environment Temperature: 18 27 C Recommended : 23C
Humidity: 40 65 % (no condensation) Recommended : 55%
Noise Level Operating: 54 dB or less
Standard VCCI (Class A), FCC (Class A), UL, CE, CCIB
Standard Items Hard Disk: 20.3 GB Stores 16 jobs Up to 99 copies/job
PostScript RIP included
Optional Item Air Purification System
Specifications are liable to changes without prior notice. All trademarks mentioned are property of their
respective owners.
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3.3. INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS
This section explains the specifications for the interfaces supported by this product.
3.3.1 Centronics Bidirection Parallel Interface:IEEE1284 Specifications
(1) Interface Specifications
Item Specifications
Transmission modes Compatible , Nibble , ECP Mode
Data length 8 bits
Transmission direction Unidirectional (receiving only), Bidirectional
Connector pin number
(2) Table of parallel interface pin numbers and signals
Pin
number
Connection
signal
Signal direction Pin
number
Connection signal Signal
direction
1 STROBE To printer 19 SG
2 DATA1 To and from printer 20 SG
3 DATA2 To and from printer 21 SG
4 DATA3 To and from printer 22 SG
5 DATA4 To and from printer 23 SG
6 DATA5 To and from printer 24 SG
7 DATA6 To and from printer 25 SG
8 DATA7 To and from printer 26 SG
9 DATA8 To and from printer 27 SG
10 ACK From printer 28 SG
11 BUSY From printer 29 SG
12 P ERROR From printer 30 SG
13 SELECTED From printer 31 INIT To printer
14 AUTOFD To printer 32 FAULT From printer
15 Not connected 33 Not connected
16 SG 34 Not connected
17 FG 35 Not connected
18 +5V 36 SELECTIN To printer
(3) Recommended Centronics cable specifications
Item Specifications
Interface Dual-direction Parallel Interface:IEEE1284
Structure AWG2818 (twisted pair wiring)
Shield construction Metallic tape + weaving (double shielded cable)
Characteristic impedance 62
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3.3.2. Network Interface Specifications
Item Specifications
NetWork Type Ethernet IEEE802.3
NetWork I/F 10 Base-T,100 Base-TX(automatic switching)
(RJ-45 connector, twisted pair cable, ycategory 5)
Protocol TCP/IP
Mode ftp
lpr
socket
Functions Automatic protocol recognition
Transmission speed up to 4 MB/s
Network environment setting by Web.
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3.4. INSTALLATION
Product installation is explained below.
3.4.1. Choosing a place for the printer
Install the unit on a proper location referring to the following.
Important :
Do not place the printer on a location under the following conditions. Doing so
may cause the product to fall, become damaged, or cause injury.
o Unstable surfaces
o Slanted surfaces
o Locations that are subject to vibration from other product
Do not stand on the printer or place any heavy objects on it. Doing so may
cause it to fall over, become damaged, or cause injury.
Do not cover the ventilation hole of the printer with cloth, such as a blanket or
table cloth. Doing so could prevent the printer from ventilating and cause fire.
Keep the printer away from humid and dusty areas. Humidity may result in
electrical shock or fire.
3.4.1.1. Installation environment Requirements
Choose a place for printer installation following the requirements in the table below.
65 model 12.7m (144ft) or larger. Frontage of 4.7m (15.7ft) or greater. Area
90 model 14.3m (162ft) or larger. Frontage of 5.3m (17.7ft) or greater.
Floor loading capability 2490Pa (300kg/m) or over
65 90
Voltage AC 100-120V
AC 220-240V
AC 100-120V
AC 220-240V
Frequency 60/50Hz1Hz 60/50Hz1Hz
Electrical
Capacity AC100V-120V : 12A
AC220V-240V : 6A
AC100V-120V : 13A
AC220V-240V : 7A
In order to protect the printer for over currents, short circuits and earth faults, the building
installation should be equipped with an automatic breaker double pole of 20 A and an earth leakage
switch of 300 mA.
Recommended
working
environment
Temperature: 23C
Humidity: 55%, without condensation
Operational
conditions
Temperature: 18C-27C
Humidity: 40% to 65%, without condensation
Rate of change Temperature: No more than 2C per hour
Humidity: No more than 5% per hour
Environmental
Storage
environment
Temperature: 4C to 50C
Humidity: 40% to 80%, without condensation (When ink has been
discharged.)
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Notes :
Avoid the following temperature and humidity conditions. Otherwise, printed
images may appear differently from what you expect:
o Places where sudden changes in temperature and humidity are expected,
even though the condition is within the range written above.
o Places where direct sunlight or excessive lighting are expected.
o Places where air conditioners blow directly.
MUTOH recommends that the printer should be installed where air conditioning can
be adjusted easily.
3.4.1.2. Required space
Install the product on a flat surface that fulfills the following conditions.
Notes :
Refer to Product Specifications of the User's Guide for the information of the
product.
a 1500mm
b 1500mm
c 2500mm
d 600mm
e 1250mm
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3.4.2. Installing the printer
To install the product, follow the steps below.
Step 1 : Move the product to where it will be installed.
Step 2 : Rotate the four adjusters in the direction shown in the figure to make the printer stable.
Step 3 : Jiggle the printer to make sure that it stable.
1 Adjuster
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4. PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.1. INTRODUCTION
This chapter explains the procedures for replacing and removing maintenance parts.
Important :
Before replacing parts, be sure to perform following operations.
Turn the power OFF.
Remove the electrical cable from the socket. Otherwise, you may
suffer electric shock or the machines electric circuits may be
damaged.
Disconnect all cables from the machine. Not doing so could cause
damage to the printer.
Caution :
Assembling and disassembling the printer is only allowed for the parts for which
disassembling procedures are shown in the operation manual.
Do not disassemble any frame parts or parts for which disassembling procedures
are not shown in the manual.
Doing so may cause trouble that cannot be restored, as the printer is originally
assembled in the factory with a high accuracy of 1/100 mm.
Notes :
After replacing the parts, perform necessary lubrication/bonding according to
"Lubrication/Bonding".
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4.2. REMOVING THE COVER
When replacing any of the parts inside the printer, it is necessary to remove all covers.
The procedures for removing the covers are given below.
1 = I/H cover 5 = Panel unit assembly
2 = Side cover R 6 = Y-rail cover
3 = side Cover L 7 = Front paper guide
4 = Front cover
8 = Rear paper guide
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4.2.1. Removing the I/H cover
Step 1 : Remove the ink cartridge.
Step 2 : Open the I/H cover lid.
Step 3 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the I/H cover.
Step 4 : Remove the I/H cover and I/H cover lid.
1 = Screws (M3x12) fixing the I/H cover
Step 5 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the ink cover sensor.
Step 6 : Remove the ink cover sensor.
1 = Ink cover sensor 2 = Screws (M2x10) fixing the ink cover sensor
Step 7 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 8 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.2. Removing side cover R
Step 1 : Remove the screw from the upper part of the side cover R.
1 = Screws (M4x12) on the upper part of the side cover R
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws from the bottom of side cover R.
1 = Screws (M4x16) on the side of the bottom of side cover R
Step 3 : Remove the 3 screws from the back of the bottom of side cover R.
1 = Screws (M4x16) on the back of the bottom of side cover R
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Step 4 : Remove the top of the side cover R.
Step 5 : Remove the 4 bolts from the front and back of the inner surface on the bottom of side cover R
and the front cover nut.
1 = Hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x16) 2 = Cover nut
Step 6 : Remove the 6 bolts from the front and back of the bottom surface on the bottom of the side cover
R.
Step 7 : Remove the bottom of side cover R.
1 = Hexagon socket head cap screws (M5x18)
Step 8 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.3. Removing side cover L
Step 1 : Remove the screw from the side of the upper part of side cover L.
1 = Screws (M4x12) on the side of the upper part of the side cover L
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws from the front of the bottom of side cover L.
1 = Screws (4x16) on the back of the bottom of side cover L
Step 3 : Remove the 3 screws from the back of the bottom of side cover L.
1 = Screws (M4x16) on the rear of the bottom part of the side cover L
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Step 4 : Remove the 4 bolts and cover nut from the front and back of the inner surface on the bottom of
side cover L.
1 = Hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x16) 2 = Cover nut
Step 5 : Remove the 6 bolts from the front and back of the bottom surface on the bottom of side cover L.
1 = Hexagon socket head cap screws (M5x18)
Step 6 : Remove the bottom of side cover L.
Step 7 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 8 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.4. Removing the front cover
Step 1 : Open the front cover.
Step 2 : Remove the Support containing the slow running wheel (Left side of the printer)
1 = Support with slow running wheel
Step 3 : Remove the E-ring (Left side of the printer)
1 = E ring 2 = Grip tool
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Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws on the left cover spindles.
2 = Screws (M3x8) right cover spindles
Step 5 : Loose (not remove ! ) the 2 screws of the right spindle a little.
1 = E ring 2 = Screws (M3x8) left cover spindles
Step 6 : Remove the sensor assy.
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Step 7 : Remove the left cover spindle with the wheel in once.
1 = Spindle left with wheel
Step 8 : Remove the front cover
Step 9 : Reinstall all components in the opposite way
Notes
Make sure the spindle is oriented in the right direction when fixing the front cover to it. The spindle is fixed to
the front cover in the open position. The ridge of the wheel on the spindle must point in the forward direction
(see photo below)
1 = Flat (top) side of the spindle 3 = Front Cover
2 = Ridge on the wheel 4 = Screws for fixing the cover to the spindle (LEFT)
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Step 10 : Alignment of the sensor (height adjust)
The sensor assy has to be aligned when (re)assembling it.
Caution
Height adjust of the sensor is necessary ! In order to make the sensor well function and keeping it,
the pressure of the wheel-cam on the lever of the sensor may not be too high. A little margin must be
contained when the front cover is in the most downwards position. In this position make sure the
sensor is switched (!), but that there is still a little margin so the sensor lever can be pushed even
further.
1 = Holes / Screws for fixing and adjusting the sensor assy
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4.2.5. Removing the panel unit assembly
Step 1 : Remove side cover R.
Step 2 : Remove the panel tape power cord.
Step 3 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the panel base.
1 = Panel unit assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the panel unit assembly
3 = Tape wire
Step 4 : Remove the panel unit assembly.
Step 5 : Remove the 6 screws fixing the panel board assembly and the panel cover.
1 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the panel cover
Step 6 : Remove the panel cover.
Step 7 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the panel bracket and the panel board assembly.
1 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the panel board assembly
Step 8 : Replace the panel board assembly.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.6. Removing the Y rail cover
Caution :
Removing the Y rail cover, should be performed by at least two persons.
Otherwise the Y rail cover may be deformed.
Step 1 : Remove side cover R.
Step 2 : Remove side cover L.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the 3 screws fixing the Y rail cover and the Y rail cover FG.
1 = Y rail cover FG 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the Y rail cover and the Y rail cover FG
Step 5 : Remove the 6 screws from the front of the Y rail cover.
1 = Screws (M4x8) on the front of the Y rail cover
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Step 6 : Remove the 5 screws from the rear of the Y rail cover.
If the machine is an 90-inch model, there are 8 screws on the rear Y rail cover.
1 = Screws (M4x8) on the rear of the Y rail cover
Step 7 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 8 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
4.2.7. Removing front paper guide
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the screws from the top of front media guide.
Notes :
Please note that the amount of screws is size dependent.
Spitfire
1 = Screws on the top of front media guide
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Step 6 : Remove the screws from the front of front media guide.
Notes :
Please note that the amount of screws is size dependent.
Spitfire
1 = Screws on the front of front media guide
Step 7 : Standing before the unit move the front paper guide towards you.
Step 8 : Loosen the cables from their cable clamps.
Step 9 : Carefully loosen the connectors
Notes :
Be sure not to damage the cables or connectors.
Step 10 : Remove the front paper guide.
Step 11 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 12 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.8. Removing rear paper guide
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the screws from the top of the rear media guide.
Notes :
Please note that the amount of screws is size dependent.
1 = Screws on the rear paper guide
Step 6 : Remove the screws from the rear of rear paper guide.
Notes :
Please note that the amount of screws is size dependent.
Step 7 : Standing at the rear of the unit move the rear paper guide towards you.
Step 8 : Loosen the cables from their cable clamps.
Step 9 : Carefully loosen the connectors
Notes :
Be sure not to damage the cables or connectors.
Step 10 : Remove the rear paper guide.
Step 11 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 12 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.9. Removing the head cover
Step 1 : Remove the I/H cover.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove side cover L.
Step 4 : Remove the front cover.
Step 5 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 6 : Unlock the head.
Notes :
Please refer to the Head lock menu.
Step 8 : Pull the head out to the left of the maintenance station.
Caution :
When pulling the head out, do not press on the cutter cap. Doing so could damage the
cutter blade.
Step 9 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the head cover.
1 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the head cover
Step 10 : Remove the head cover.
Step 11 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 12 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.2.10. Removing the maintenance cover
Step 1 : Remove the 6 screws fixing the maintenance cover.
Spitfire
1 = Screws (M3x8) 1 = Screws (M3x8)
Step 2 : Remove the maintenance cover.
Step 3 : Replace the parts inside the printer.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.3. REPLACEMENT OF THE HEATER ELEMENT
To replace a heater element of the Spitfire printer, please follow the instructions mentioned in the explanation
of the appropriate heater element.
o 1. Replacing the dryer (Heater D)
o 2. Replacing the post-fixer (Heater C)
o 3. Replacing the fixer (Heater B)
o 4. Replacing the heater (Heater A)
Caution :
In case the fuse of the heating element is locked, do not replace the fuse but replace
the appropriate heater element. Installation of a fuse of the heater element needs to
be done in a special production environment.
Important :
Before replacing parts, be sure to perform the following operations.
Turn the machine power OFF.
Remove the product's electrical plug from the socket. Otherwise, you may
suffer electric shock or the machines electric circuits may be damaged.
Disconnect all cables from the machine. Not doing so could cause damage to
the printer.
4.3.1. Heater elements
4.3.1.1. Replacing the dryer (Heater D) on a Spitfire
Before replacing the dryer, make sure to have following items:
65 model : Dryer D1 64 and Dryer D2 64
90 model : Dryer D1 87 and Dryer D2 872 x sensor insul. Patch
To replace the dryer on a Spitfire, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the front paper guide.
Step 6 : Remove the dryer strip(s).
Step 7 : Degrease the plate.
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Notes :
Make sure the plate is cleaned properly. Dust, glue and other parts must be
removed.
Step 8 : Stick the dryer strip(s) onto the plate.
Notes :
Make sure that the strips connect properly.
Please make sure that the sensor (blue blocks) are positioned on the flat surface of
the front paper guide.
Stick it as close as possible to the assembly holes. Make sure it does not touch the
assembly holes.
Notes :
Please make sure that there are no air bubbles under the heater strip. Air bubbles
below the heater strip could cause overheating of the heater strip.
Step 9 : Stick onto the sensors a sensor insul. patch.
1 = sensor insul. patch 2 = assembly hole
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
During reinstallation of the plate, make sure there are no cables stuck.
4.3.1.2. Replacing the post fixer (Heater C) on a Spitfire
Before replacing the heater, make sure to have following items:
65 model : Post Fixer C 64
90 model : Post Fixer C 87
1 x sensor insul. Patch
To replace the post fixer on a Spitfire, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
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Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the front paper guide.
Step 6 : Remove the post fixer strip.
Step 7 : Degrease the plate.
Notes :
Make sure the plate is cleaned properly. Dust, glue and other parts must be
removed.
Step 8 : Stick the post fixer strip onto the plate.
Notes :
Make sure that the strips connect properly.
Stick it as close as possible to the assembly holes. Make sure it does not touch the
assembly holes.
Notes :
Please make sure that there are no air bubbles under the heater strip. Air bubbles
below the heater strip could cause overheating of the heater strip.
Step 9 : Stick onto the sensor a sensor insul. patch.
1 = sensor insul. patch 2 = assembly hole
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
During reinstallation of the plate, make sure there are no cables stuck.
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4.3.1.3. Replacing the fixer (Heater B1 and Heater B2) on a Spitfire
Before replacing the fixer, make sure to have following items:
65 model : Fixer B1 64 and Fixer B2 64
90 model : Fixer B1 87 and Fixer B2 87
Isolation tape
Plot platform calibre
To replace the fixer on a Spitfire, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the front paper guide.
Step 6 : Place the plot platform calibre onto the plot platforms.
1 = plot platforms 2 = plot platform calibre onto the plot platforms
Step 7 : Fix the plot platform calibre (heater tool) onto the plot platform.
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Step 8 : Remove the screws of the plot platform.
1 = screws plot platform
Step 9 : Pull upwards the plot platform calibre and so remove the plot platform with fixer.
Step 10 : Remove the fixer.
Step 11 : Degrease the plot platform.
Notes :
Make sure the plate is cleaned properly. Dust, glue and other parts must be
removed.
Step 12 : Stick the two fixer strips onto the plot platform.
Notes :
Please make sure that there are no air bubbles under the heater strip. Air bubbles
below the heater strip could cause overheating of the heater strip.
Step 13 : Stick the isolation tape onto the heater strips.
1 = plot platform 2 = fixer heater strip
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3 = isolation tape
Step 14 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
During reinstallation of the plate, make sure there are no cables stuck.
4.3.1.4. Replacing the heater (Heater A) on a Spitfire
Before replacing the post fixer, make sure to have following items:
65 model : Heater A 64
90 model : Heater A 87
2 x press plate
Silicone glue
To replace the heater on a Spitfire, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Remove side cover L.
Step 2 : Remove side cover R.
Step 3 : Remove the front cover.
Step 4 : Remove the Y rail cover.
Step 5 : Remove the rear paper guide.
Step 6 : Remove the heater strip.
Step 7 : Degrease the plate.
Notes :
Make sure the plate is cleaned properly. Dust, glue and other parts must be
removed.
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Step 8 : Stick the heater strip onto the plate.
Notes :
Please make sure that there are no air bubbles under the heater strip. Air bubbles
below the heater strip could cause overheating of the heater strip.
Step 9 : Stick (with silicone glue) the two press plates onto the heater strip.
65 model : X = 380 mm / Y = 1060 mm
90 model : X = 660 mm / Y = 1200 mm / Z = 1750 mm
Notes :
It will take 1 hour to let the glue dry.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
During reinstallation of the plate, make sure there are no cables stuck.
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4.4. REPLACING BOARD BASES
This chapter explains the procedures for replacing the power source board assembly, mainboard assembly,
PCI_Linux board assembly and cooling fan assembly.
Caution :
When handling circuit boards, do not touch the elements on the board with your bare
hands. Doing so may cause static electricity and break the elements.
4.4.1 Replacing the Mainboard assembly, HDD_Extension board
assembly, HEAD_DRV board assembly, PCI_Linux board assembly
and cooling fan assembly
Notes
Before replacing the mainboard, discharging the capacitors on the power supply is needed.
Follow these instructions :
Step 1: Switch off the device (Push Power ON/OFF key)
Step 2: Unplug the power cable
Step 3: Push the Power ON/OFF key again
The Display of the device lights up once more for a short time and goes out.
The Capacitors of the power supply are now discharged.
Step 4: Push the Power ON/OFF key again
The switch is now in the OFF position (and safe to plug the power cord again after the repair).
Now its safe to open the machine and replace boards.
Notes
Before replacing the mainboard, be sure to backup your parameters with a flashcard. Please follow the
instructions in the maintenance manual.
Step 1 : Remove the power cable
Step 2: Power ON the machine, this to remove the rest voltage from the capacitors and main supply.
The display and LEDs will light up for a second and rest voltage will be removed
Step 3 : Remove the right side cover.
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Step 4 : Remove the mainboard cover 3 by loosening the 20 screws.
Step 5 : Disconnect the cooling fan cables.
Step 6 : Remove the display panel (4screws) and flatcable.
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Step 7 : Remove the mainboard cover by loosening the 16 screws.
Step 8 : Remove the bracket by loosening the 2 screws, this to have more accessibility to the mainboard
Step 9 : Remove the PCI_Linux board assembly by loosening the 2 screws.
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Step 10 : Remove the hard disk assembly by loosening the 3 screws.
Step 11 : Remove the HEAD_DRV board and FCC protection by loosening the 4 screws.
Step 12 : Remove the hard disk brackets and FCC protection by loosening the 4 screws.
Step 13 : Remove the RAM out of the slot and put it in the new mainboard.
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Step 14 : Remove the Centronics interface by loosening the two screws.
Step 15 : Disconnect following cables.
N Connector N # of pins Colour Connected to Remarks
1 J101 12 White Main Power Lock type
2 J102 6 White 12 V Power Lock type
3 J103 168 DIMM
4 J104 68
5 J105 28 White or black Display Panel Lock type
6 J106 120 PCI_LINUX board
9 J109 39
10 J110 96 White HD_MOTHER board
11 J111 3 White Adhesion FAN 1 Free
12 J112 2 Blue Adhesion FAN 2 For 65, 90 inch spec
13 J113 2 Red Adhesion FAN 3 For 65, 90 inch spec
14 J114 2 Yellow Adhesion FAN 4 For 65, 90 inch spec
15 J115 2 Black Adhesion FAN 5 For 65, 90 inch spec.
16 J116 2 White Adhesion FAN 6 For 90 inch spec.
17 J117 3 Yellow Free
18 J118 3 Black DRV_FAN 1
19 J119 No preparation
20 J120 3 Red Waste fluid BOX sensor
cable
21 J121 4 White Ink cover sensor
22 J122 5 White Lever foot SW cable
23 J123 4 Black Lever up sensor Transmission photosensor
24 J124 4 Yellow Lever down sensor Transmission photosensor
25 J125 6 White Maintenance origin sensor
cable
Transmission photosensor
26 J126 No preparation
27 J127 5 Red Head slide sensor
28 J128 5 Yellow P_REAR_L sensor
29 J129 4 Blue P_REAR_R sensor
30 J130 4 CR origin sensor Transmission photosensor
31 J131 5 Black Wiper origin sensor Transmission photosensor
32 J132 No preparation
33 J133 30 White or black JUNCTION board Lock type
34 J134 30 White or black JUNCTION board Lock type
35 J135 HEAD_DRV board
36 J136 HEAD_DRV board
37 J137 30 White or black CR board Lock type
38 J138 30 White or black CR board Lock type
39 J139 30 White or black CR board Lock type
40 J140 30 White or black CR board Lock type
41 J141 30 White or black CR board Lock type
42 J142 30 White or black CR board Lock type
43 J143 30 White or black CR board Lock type
44 J144 30 White or black CR board Lock type
45 J145 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
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46 J146 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
47 J147 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
48 J148 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
49 J149 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
50 J150 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
51 J151 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
52 J152 (87) 30 White or black CR board Lock type
53 J153 5 Black Free
54 J154 5 White PF_ENC
55 J155 3 White Cover R sensor
56 J156 3 Black Cover L sensor
57 J157 2 White PF motor Lock type
58 J158 3 White CR motor Lock type
59 J159 4 White Lever motor Lock type
60 J160 4 White Pump 1 motor
61 J161 5 White Pump 2 motor
62 J162 6 White HEAD U/D motor
63 J163 7 White Maintenance U/D motor
64 J164 4 White Wiper motor
65 J165
66 J167 7 White Interf. Cable Db9-Jst
Step 16 : Remove the mainboard assembly by loosening the 6 screws and 4 hexagon spacers.
Step 17 : To install new mainboard, please follow the procedure backwards.
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4.4.2. Replacing the power source board assembly
Caution :
When removing the power source board assembly, remove the power cable and set it
aside for at least 5 minutes in order to completely discharge the electric charge
remaining in the electrolytic capacitor before continuing with the procedure.
Touching the substrate before discharging the capacitor causes electric shock.
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the Mainboard assembly, HDD_Extension board assembly,
HEAD_DRV board assembly, PCI_Linux board assembly and cooling fan assembly" to remove
the Mainboard assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the PS board cover.
1 = PS board cover 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the PS board cover
Step 3 : Remove the 5 screws fixing the Mainboard base.
1 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the Mainboard base 2 = Mainboard base
Step 4 : Remove the Mainboard base.
Step 5 : Remove the following connectors from the power source board assembly.
N Connector N # of pins Colour Connected to Remarks
1 CN2 3 White Mainboard J101
2 CN3 4 White + 5V adhesion FAN Output four adhesion FAN
3 CN4 12 White Mainboard J101
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Step 6 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the power source.
1 = Power source board assembly 2 = Screws (M4x8) fixing the power board assembly
3 = Hexagon nut fixing the power board assembly 4 = Power source
5 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the power source
Step 7 : Replace the power source.
Step 8 : Remove the 2 screws and 2 hexagon nuts fixing the power source board assembly.
Step 9 : Remove the power source board assembly.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the mainboard assembly, be careful not to pinch the foot SW cables
by the mainboard base.
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4.4.3. Replacing the inlet assembly, inlet board assembly and lever foot
SW cable assembly
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the Mainboard assembly, HDD_Extension board assembly,
HEAD_DRV board assembly, PCI_Linux board assembly and cooling fan assembly" to remove
the Mainboard assembly.
Step 2 : Follow step 2 to 4 in "Replacing the power source board assembly" to remove the Mainboard
assembly.
Step 3 : Remove the connector between the inlet board assembly and the inlet assembly.
Step 4 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the inlet board assembly.
1 = Inlet board assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the inlet board assembly
3 = Inlet assembly 4 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the inlet assembly and
lever foot SW cable assembly
5 = Screw (M4x8) fixing the inlet assembly 6 = Lever foot SW cable assembly
Step 5 : Replace the inlet board assembly.
Step 6 : Remove the 3 screws fixing the inlet assembly.
Step 7 : Replace the inlet assembly.
Step 8 : Remove the 3 screws fixing the lever foot SW cable assembly.
Step 9 : Replace the lever foot SW cable assembly.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.4.4. Replacing the JUNCTION board assembly
Notes :
To replace board and connect or disconnect the FFC type cable, you should leave
the plug disconnected from the power socket for a while. Otherwise, over-current
could be generated and damage the board.
Remove the following parts before replacing the JUNCTION board assembly.
I/H cover: refer to "Removing the I/H cover"
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Step 1 : Remove following connectors from the JUNCTION board assembly.
N Connector N # of pins Colour Connected to Remarks
1 J401 30 White Mainboard J134 Lock type or Plug-in
2 J402 30 White Mainboard J133 Lock type or Plug-in
3 J403 4 White Ink sensor K Cartridge 1
4 J404 4 Black Ink sensor C Cartridge 2
5 J405 4 Red Ink sensor M Cartridge 3
6 J406 4 Yellow Ink sensor Y Cartridge 4
7 J407 4 Blue Ink sensor LC Cartridge 5
8 J408 5 White Ink sensor LM Cartridge 6
9 J409 5 Black Ink sensor O Cartridge 7
10 J410 5 Red Ink sensor G Cartridge 8
11 J411 5 Yellow SC cable K Cartridge 1
12 J412 5 Blue SC cable C Cartridge 2
13 J413 6 White SC cable M Cartridge 3
14 J414 6 Black SC cable Y Cartridge 4
15 J415 6 Red SC cable LC Cartridge 5
16 J416 6 Yellow SC cable LM Cartridge 6
17 J417 6 Blue SC cable O Cartridge 7
18 J418 7 White SC cable G Cartridge 8
Step 2 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the JUNCTION board assembly.
1 = JUNCTION board assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the JUNCTION board assembly
Step 3 : Replace the JUNCTION board assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.5. REPLACING THE PF ACTUATOR
4.5.1. Replacing the PF motor assembly
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the parts in the PF motor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Remove the PF motor assembly connector from the PF motor cable assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the X motor installation board to the side of the L side frame.
1 = Screws (M4x10) fixing the X motor installation
board to the side of the L side frame.
2 = Screws (M4x10) fixing the PF motor assembly to
the X motor installation board.
3 = PF deceleration belt
Step 3 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the PF motor assembly to the X motor installation board.
Step 4 : Replace the PF motor assembly.
Notes :
When installing the PF motor assembly, move the PF deceleration pulley manually
and confirm that the PF deceleration belt is set equally in the center of the PF motor
assembly pulley.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 6 : Adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt according to "PF deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
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4.5.2. Replacing the PF_ENC assembly and PF scale assembly
Notes :
Remove the following covers before replacing the PF_ENC assembly.
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Step 1 : Remove the PF_ENC assembly connector.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the PF encoder installation board.
1 = Bearing 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the PF scale installation board
3 = PF scale 4 = Screws (M4x10) fixing the PF encoder installation board
Step 3 : Remove the PF encoder installation board.
Step 4 : Remove the bearing.
Step 5 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the PF scale installation board.
Step 6 : Remove the PF scale installation board.
Step 7 : Replace the PF scale assembly.
Step 8 : Remove the screws fixing the PF_ENC assembly to the PF encoder installation board.
1 = PF_ENC assembly 2 = Screws (M2x6) fixing the PF_ENC assembly to
the PF encoder installation board
3 = PF encoder installation board
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Step 9 : Replace the PF_ENC assembly.
Notes :
When installing the PF_ENC assembly and the PF encoder installation board, make
sure they are aligned with the locating bosses.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 11 : Adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt according to "PF deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
4.5.3. Replacing the PF deceleration pulley assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the parts in the PF motor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Follow step 1 to 6 in "Replacing the PF_ENC assembly and PF scale assembly" to remove the
PF scale installation board.
Step 2 : Loosen the set screw fixing the coupling.
1 = Coupling 2 = Set screw fixing the coupling
3 = Y deceleration pulley axis
Step 3 : Pull the Y deceleration pulley to the opposite side of the origin and then remove the deceleration
pulley assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 5 : Adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt according to "PF deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
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4.5.4. Replacing the PF deceleration belt
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the parts in the PF motor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the PF motor assembly" to remove the PF motor.
Step 2 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the PF_ENC assembly and PF scale assembly" to remove
the PF_ENC assembly and the PF scale assembly.
Step 3 : Replace the PF deceleration belt.
1 = PF deceleration belt
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 5 : Adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt according to "PF deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
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4.5.5. Replacing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and P_REAR_L
sensor assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and
P_REAR_L sensor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Remove the connectors for the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and P_REAR_L sensor assembly
from the Mainboard assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the screw fixing the media sensor installation board.
1 = Media sensor installation board 2 = Screw (M3x8) fixing the media sensor installation board
Step 3 : Remove the media sensor installation board.
Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly.
1 = P_REAR_R sensor assembly 2 = Screws (M2x5) fixing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly
Step 5 : Replace the P_REAR_R sensor assembly.
Step 6 : Use the same procedure to replace the P_REAR_L sensor assembly.
Step 7 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.5.6. Replacing the suction fan assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the suction fan assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Remove the suction fan assembly connector from the suction fan cable assembly.
Step 2 : When replacing the suction fan cable assembly, first remove the connector from the Mainboard
assembly.
Step 3 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the suction fan assembly.
1 = Suction fan assembly 2 = Screws (M3x12) fixing the suction fan assembly
Step 4 : Replace the suction fan assembly.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.5.7. Replacing the lever motor assembly and the arm motor
installation board
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the lever motor.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Remove the lever motor assembly connector.
Step 2 : Remove the screw fixing the sensor installation board.
1 = Sensor installation board 2 = Screw (M3x8) fixing the sensor installation board
Step 3 : Remove the sensor installation board.
Step 4 : Remove the hexagon socket head screws with spring washers (3) fixing the CR motor assembly
to the arm motor installation board.
1 = Lever motor assembly 2 = Hexagon socket head screws with spring
washers (M4x10)
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Step 5 : Replace the CR motor assembly.
Step 6 : Remove the hexagon socket head screws with spring washers (2) fixing the arm motor
installation board.
1 = Arm motor installation board 2 = Hexagon socket head screws with spring washers
(M4x10)
Step 7 : Replace the arm motor installation board.
Step 8 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.5.8. Replacing the transmission photosensor
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the transmission photosensor.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
(1) Replacing the transmission photosensor (lever motor side)
Step 1 : Remove the screw fixing the sensor installation board.
1 = Sensor installation board 2 = Screw (M3x8) fixing the sensor installation board
Step 2 : Remove the sensor installation board.
Step 3 : Remove the transmission photosensor from the sensor installation board.
1 = Sensor installation board 2 = Connector
3 = Transmission photosensor
Step 4 : Remove the connector from the transmission photosensor.
Step 5 : Remove the transmission photosensor.
Step 6 : Apply the screw lock to the tab portions of the transmission photosensors to be installed.
Step 7 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the U/D cable assembly onto the transmission photosensor, be
careful not to confuse the connectors.
Lever up cable assembly (white): front
Lever down cable assembly (blue): rear
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(2) Replacing the transmission photosensor (CR origin side)
Notes :
Refer to Head Lock Menu
Step 1 : Unlock the head.
Step 2 : Move the carriage from the capping position to the left.
Step 3 : Remove the transmission photosensor from the ORG sensor installation board.
1 = ORG sensor installation board 2 = Connector
3 = Transmission photosensor
Notes :
The ORG sensor installation board has been adjusted at the origin in factory. Do
not loosen the fixed screws.
Step 4 : Remove the connector from the transmission photosensor.
Step 5 : Remove the transmission photosensor.
Step 6 : Apply the screw lock to the tab portions of the transmission photosensors to be installed.
Step 7 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.5.9. Replacing the flushing box assembly
1) Installing the bracket
Step 1 : Unlock the head (In User mode > SetupMenu 6/7)
*WiperClean*
F1 No Yes F2
(1/1)
Notes:
Following display will appear.
*WiperClean*
Changed Wiper?
Press ENTER
After job is done, press the ENTER key, and the head will lock again.
Step 2 : The carriage moves to the waiting position for replacing the flushing sponge.
Step 3 : Remove the screw fixing the old flushing box assembly
Nr. Part Description
1 Screw fixing flushing box assembly
2 Flushing Box assembly
3 Tube
Step 4 : Remove the tube from the flushing box assembly
Step 5 : Connect the tube to the new flushing box assembly (KY-35080)
Step 6 : Install the new flushing box assembly and fix the screw.
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Step 7 : Adjust the head and flushing box height.
Before adjustment of the flushing box height position, please make sure to have the Flush Box
Height Jig Tool (JD-80001)
1) Place the flushing box height jig tool on the flushing box as shown below:
2) Turn the wheel of the carriage until the arrow is on the bottom so the carriage is in the lowest
position.
Nr. Part Description
1 Carriage wheel
2 Arrow
3) Carefully move the carriage to the right. The carriage should pass the first interval but not the
second.
Nr. Part Description
1 Interval 1
2 Interval 2
3 Reference of the head
4) When the carriage passes both intervals, move the carriage to the left. Loosen the adjustment
screw of the flushing box a bit and put the flushing box on the correct height and then tighten the
screw.
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Notes:
Check in headheight low if the heads does not interfere with the backside of the
bracket. If there is interference, you have to lower the spitting box.
Nr. Part Description
1 Heads
2 Spitting box
3 Bracket
4 Crucial point where heads pass the bracket
Step 8 : Lock the head
Step 9 : The installation of the new flushing box is finished.
2) Replacing the sponge (KY-42889).
Notes:
Replace the sponge in these situations:
after one month (periodical service by end user)
the sponge bends or is saturated
inkdrops on the media can be caused by a saturated or bended sponge
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Notes:
Use gloves and tweezers to change the absorbent in the flushing box.
Step 1 : Unlock the head (In User mode > SetupMenu 6/7)
*WiperClean*
F1 No Yes F2
(1/1)
Notes:
Following display will appear.
*WiperClean*
Changed Wiper?
Press ENTER
After job is done, press the ENTER key, and the head will lock again.
Step 2 : The carriage moves to the waiting position for replacing the flushing sponge.
Step 3 : Remove the old absorbents with tweezers.
Nr. Part Description
1 Sponge (KY-42889)
2 Tweezers
3 Gloves
Step 4 : Install the new absorbents in the flushing box. Make sure that the 2 holes are on the right side of
the flushing box and that the pins of the black box are in the holes of the absorbent.
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Nr. Part Description
1 Two holes
2 Pin of black box
Step 5 : Lock the head
3) Replacing the spitting box (DE-35085).
Notes:
Replacing the black box is a part of the periodical services done by the end user. It
should be done every 6 months.
Step 1 : Unlock the head
*WiperClean*
F1 No Yes F2
(1/1)
Notes:
Following display will appear.
*WiperClean*
Changed Wiper?
Press ENTER
After job is done, press the ENTER key, and the head will lock again.
Step 2 : The carriage moves to the waiting position for replacing the black box.
Loosen the screw tightening the black box to the bracket and replace the black box.
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Nr. Part Description
1 Black Box
2 Bracket
3 Screw
Tighten the screw and lock the head.
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4.6. REPLACING THE CR ACTUATOR
4.6.1. Replacing the CR motor assembly
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the CR motor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Media guide F: refer to "Removing media guide F"
Step 1 : Remove the CR motor cable assembly connector from the CR motor assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 4 hexagon socket head cap screws fixing the CR motor assembly.
Step 3 : Replace the CR motor assembly.
Step 4 : Connect the white wire to the connector indicated whit the red label.
1 = Red label 2 = Connector
3 = White wire
Step 5 : Adjust the tension of the CR deceleration belt according to "CR deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
Notes :
When installing the CR motor cable assembly connector, install the white cable on
the right side as shown in the previous figure.
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4.6.2. Replacing the steel belt
Caution :
When replacing the steel belt, be careful not to cut your hands by the belt.
Notes :
Do not damage the steel belt.
Remove following covers before replacing the steel belt.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Unlock the head.
Notes :
Refer to Head Lock Menu
Step 2 : Move the carriage from the capping position to the left.
Step 3 : Rotate the 2 steel belt adjustment screws counterclockwise to loosen the steel belt.
1 = Steel belt adjustment screws 2 = Steel belt
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Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the steel belt.
1 = Screws fixing the steel belt 2 = Steel belt
Step 5 : Replace the steel belt.
Notes :
Be careful when handling the steel belt. The steel belt may be cut off when
accreting dust to it or creasing it.
Step 6 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 7 : Perform steel belt tension adjustment according to "Steel belt tension adjustment".
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4.6.3. Replacing the SLIDE motor assembly, HD_SLIDE sensor
assembly, and slide motor installation board
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the SLIDE motor assembly, HD_SLIDE
sensor assembly, and slide motor installation board.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Remove the connectors on the SLIDE motor assembly and HD_SLIDE sensor assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the SLIDE motor assembly.
1 = SLIDE motor assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the SLIDE motor assembly
3 = HD_SLIDE sensor assembly 4 = Screws (M2x8) fixing the HD_SLIDE sensor assembly
5 = Slide motor installation board 6 = Screws (M4x6) fixing the slide motor installation board
Step 3 : Replace the SLIDE motor assembly.
Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the HD_SLIDE sensor assembly.
Step 5 : Replace the HD_SLIDE sensor assembly.
Step 6 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the slide motor installation board.
Step 7 : Replace the slide motor installation board.
Step 8 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 9 : Make sure that the Idler moves smoothly.
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4.6.4. Replacing the T fence (Timing fence or Linear Y-Axis Encoder)
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the T fence.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Remove the T fence from the T fence spring hook on the side of the L side frame.
Spitfire
1 = T fence spring 2 = T fence spring hook
3 = T fence
Step 2 : Remove the screw fixing the T fence push plate.
1 = T fence push plate 2 = Screw (M3x6) fixing the T fence push plate
3 = T fence
Step 3 : Remove the T fence from the hook.
Step 4 : Remove the screw fixing the T fence stationary plate.
1 = T fence stationary plate 2 = T fence
3 = Screw (M3x6) fixing the T fence stationary plate
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Step 5 : Remove the T fence from the hook.
Step 6 : Pull out the T fence in the direction of the arrow as shown in the previous figure while being
careful not to damage the CR_ENC assembly.
Step 7 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the T fence, pay attention to the following :
When there is a protective film on the T fence, remove the film and install
the T fence.
Properly install the T fence to the hooks on the T fence stationary plate.
Refer to the figure in step 2.
The T fence and the hooks on the stationary plate must have a loose fit.
When securing the stationary plate with screws, it must be loosened
enough so the T fence can be moved.
Insert the T fence into the hooks on the T fence push plate and the
CR_ENC assembly. Refer to the following figure.
1 = T fence push plate 2 = T fence
3 = CR_ENC assembly
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4.6.5. Replacing the CR slave pulley assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the CR slave pulley assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the steel belt" to remove the steel belt.
Step 2 : Replace the CR slave pulley assembly.
1 = CR slave pulley assembly 2 = Steel belt
3 = Bearing stopper
Step 3 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 4 : Perform steel belt tension adjustment according to "Steel belt tension adjustment".
Notes :
Be careful when handling the steel belt. The steel belt may be cut off when
accreting dust to it or creasing it.
The driven pulley shaft is installed one way only. Refer to "Service Parts
List/Exploded Views/Configuration Diagrams", to install it correctly so that the
bearing stoppers are on top.
After installing the CR slave pulley assembly, move the carriage to the left and right
manually to confirm that the steel belt has been set equally in the center of the CR
actuator pulley and the CR slave pulley assembly.
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4.6.6. Replacing the CR actuator pulley and the CR deceleration belt
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the CR slave pulley.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the CR motor assembly" to remove the CR motor assembly.
Step 2 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the steel belt" to remove the steel belt.
Step 3 : Replace the CR actuator pulley.
Step 4 : Replace the CR deceleration belt.
1 = CR slave pulley 2 = CR deceleration belt
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 6 : Adjust the tension of the CR deceleration belt according to "CR deceleration belt tension
adjustment".
Notes :
After installing the CR actuator pulley assembly, move the carriage to the left and
right manually to confirm that the steel belt has been set equally in the center of the
CR actuator pulley and the CR slave pulley assembly.
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4.6.7. Replacing the steel bearer, tube guide, CR tape power cable and
ink tube
Notes :
To replace the board and connect or disconnect the FFC type cable, you should
leave the plug disconnected from the power socket for a while. Otherwise, over-
current could be generated and damage board.
Remove following covers before replacing the steel bearer, tube guide, CR tape
power cable, and ink tube.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Remove the 8 screws fixing the CR cover.
1 = CR cover 2 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the CR cover
Step 2 : Remove the CR tape power cable connector from the CR board assembly and Mainboard
assembly.
Step 3 : Remove the 2 screws fixing cable push plate.
Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the tube clamp.
1 = CR tape power cable 2 = Steel bearer
3 = Cable push plate 4 = Screws fixing cable push plate (M3x8)
5 = Screws fixing tube clamp (M3x8)
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Step 5 : Completely remove tube bundles 1 and 2.
1 = Tube bundle 2 = Tube bundle 2
Step 6 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the tube clamp.
Step 7 : Remove the tube clamp.
Step 8 : Remove the coupling screws, O-ring and ink tube from the coupling.
Step 9 : Replace the ink tube.
Step 10 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the cable clamp.
Step 11 : Replace the steel bearing.
Step 12 : Replace the tube guide.
Step 13 : Remove the pipe clamp.
Step 14 : Replace the CR tape power cable.
1 = Tube push plate 2 = Cable clamp
2 = Pipe clamp 3 = Coupling, O-ring, coupling screws
4 = Screws fixing tube push plate (M3x8) 4 = Screws fixing tube cramp (M3x20)
Step 15 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
The CR tape power cables must be bundled during installation so that they can not
move.
The edge of the tube push plate must be upside when installed.
You should soak the O-ring in cleaning liquid once gain before installing it.
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4.6.8. Replace the cover R sensor assembly and the cover L sensor
assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the cover R sensor assembly and the
cover L sensor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
(1) Replacing the cover R sensor assembly
Step 1 : Remove the cover R sensor assembly connector from the Mainboard assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the cover R sensor assembly.
1 = Cover R sensor assembly 2 = Screws (M2x8) fixing the cover R sensor assembly
Step 3 : Replace the cover R sensor assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 5 : Perform cover sensor adjustment according to "Cover sensor adjustment".
(2) Replacing the cover L sensor assembly
Step 1 : Remove media guide F.
Step 2 : Remove the cover L sensor assembly connector from the cover L cable.
Step 3 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the cover L sensor assembly.
1 = Cover L sensor assembly 2 = Screws (M2x8) fixing the cover L sensor assembly
Step 4 : Replace the cover L sensor assembly.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 6 : Perform cover sensor adjustment according to "Cover sensor adjustment".
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4.7. REPLACING THE CURSOR
4.7.1. Replacing the cutter holder, cutter spring, cutter cap, solenoid
assembly and solenoid spring
(1) Replacing the cutter spring
Step 1 : Open the front cover.
Step 2 : Remove the cutter blade from the cutter holder.
Step 3 : Remove the cutter spring from the cutter holder.
1 = Cutter spring 2 = Cutter holder
Step 4 : Replace the cutter spring.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
(2) Replacing the cutter holder, cutter cap, solenoid assembly and solenoid spring
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the cutter holder, cutter cap, solenoid
assembly, and solenoid spring.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
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Step 1 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the cutter holder and holder support.
1 = Holder support 2 = Cutter holder
3 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the cutter holder and holder support
Step 2 : Remove the cutter holder.
Step 3 : Remove the cutter blade and cutter spring from the cutter holder.
Step 4 : Remove the cutter cap and Solenoid spring.
Step 5 : Remove the screw fixing the solenoid assembly to the cutter cap.
1 = Cutter cap 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the solenoid assembly to
the cutter cap
3 = Solenoid spring 4 = Solenoid assembly
5 = Screws (M2x4) fixing the solenoid assembly to
the cutter holder
6 = Cutter holder
Step 6 : Replace the cutter cap and solenoid spring.
Step 7 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the solenoid assembly to the cutter holder.
Step 8 : Use a screwdriver to push the solenoid assembly up from the hole on the cutter holder side.
Step 9 : Replace the solenoid assembly.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 11 : Adjust the cutter according to "Cutter adjustment".
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4.7.2. Replacing the print head assembly and head tape power cable
Notes :
To replace the board and connect or disconnect the FFC type cable, you should
leave the plug disconnected from the power socket for a while. Otherwise, over-
current could be generated and damage board.
Remove following covers before replacing the print head assembly and head tape
power cable.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
The print head assembly has been pre-adjusted. Do not disassemble it.
Step 1 : Drain the ink from all ink paths according to "Head wash menu".
Step 2 : Loosen the 2 screws fixing the damper clamp.
1 = Damper clamp 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the damper clamp
Step 3 : Remove the damper clamp.
Step 4 : Remove the head tape power cable.
1 = Head tape power cable 2 = Damper assembly
3 = Head stationary plate / head spacer 4 = Step-bore screw
5 = Screws (M2.6x5) fixing the head stationary plate 6 = Print head assembly
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Step 5 : Remove the damper assembly from the print head assembly.
Step 6 : Remove the screw and step-bore screw fixing the head stationary plate.
Step 7 : Remove the rotation adjustment spring under the head with small flat-head driver or another tool.
Step 8 : Replace the print head assembly.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
Place the removed damper assembly facing upward and fix with tape or place it in a
container to prevent the ink from leaking. Ink adhesion on board may cause faulty
print head.
Align the head tape power cables one by one to each head and paste together with
double-faced tape.
Make sure that the head does not float when installing the head.
A : Insert the concave portion of the head base in the rear of the cursor convex portion of the
cursor.
B : Insert the rotation adjustment spring into the convex portion of the head base on the right
front.
Step 10 : Perform head precision adjustment according to "Head precision adjustment".
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4.7.3. Replacing the H ink tube, tube branch and damper assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the H ink tube, tube branch, and damper
assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
Step 1 : Drain the ink from all ink paths according to "Head wash menu".
Step 2 : Follow step 1 in "Replacing the print head assembly and head tape power cable" to remove the
damper clamp.
Step 3 : Remove the ink tube and tube branch from the branch fixing material.
1 = Branch fixing material 2 = Tube branch
3 = Ink tube 4 = H ink tube
5 = Coupling screw, O-ring
Step 4 : Remove the coupling screw and O-ring on the ink tube and the H ink tube sides from the tube
branch.
Step 5 : Replace the tube branch.
Step 6 : Remove the damper assembly from the print head assembly.
1 = Head tape power cable 2 = Damper assembly
3 = Print head assembly 4 = H ink tube, O-ring
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Step 7 : Remove the H ink tube, coupling screw and O-ring from the damper assembly.
Step 8 : Replace the damper assembly.
Step 9 : Replace the H ink tube and O-ring.
Notes :
Please soak the O-ring in cleaning liquid before installation.
Step 10 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When tightening coupling screws, finger-tighten those. If using tools, it may result
in cracking where the screws fix damper and fail to fill the ink.
Do not grasp the film area of the damper strongly. Doing so may cause faulty
damper and print failure.
4.7.4. Replacing the CR board assembly
Notes :
To replace the board and connect or disconnect the FFC type cable, you should
leave the plug disconnected from the power socket for a while. Otherwise, over-
current could be generated and damage the board
Remove following covers before replacing the CR board assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Remove the 8 screws fixing the CR cover.
1 = CR cover 2 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the CR cover
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Step 2 : Remove following connectors from the CR board.
N Connector N # of pins Colour Connected to Remarks
1 J201 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
2 J202 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
3 J203 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
4 J204 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
5 J205 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
6 J206 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
7 J207 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
8 J208 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
9 J209 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
10 J210 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
11 J211 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
12 J212 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
13 J213 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
14 J214 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
15 J215 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
16 J216 30 White or Black Mainboard Lock type or Plug-in
17 J217 21 White or Black I160B head
18 J218 21 White or Black I160B head
19 J219 21 White or Black I160B head
20 J220 21 White or Black I160B head
21 J221 21 White or Black I160B head
22 J222 21 White or Black I160B head
23 J223 21 White or Black I160B head
24 J224 21 White or Black I160B head
25 J225 21 White or Black I160B head
26 J226 21 White or Black I160B head
27 J227 21 White or Black I160B head
28 J228 21 White or Black I160B head
29 J229 21 White or Black I160B head
30 J230 21 White or Black I160B head
31 J231 21 White or Black I160B head
32 J232 21 White or Black I160B head
33 J233 5 White CR_ENC
34 J234 5 Black P_EDGE sensor
35 J235 2 White Solenoid
Step 3 : Remove the 2 screws and 2 hexagon spacers fixing the CR board assembly.
Step 4 : Replace the CR board assembly.
1 = CR board assembly 2 = Screws fixing the CR board assembly (M3x6)
3 = Hexagon spacers fixing the CR boar
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.7.5. Replacing the CR_ENC assembly
Notes :
Remove following cover before replacing the CR_ENC assembly.
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Step 1 : Follow step 1 in "Replacing the flushing box assembly" to slide the CR cursor to the left.
Step 2 : Remove the CR_ENC assembly connector from the CR board assembly.
Step 3 : Remove the T fence from the T fence spring, and then from the CR_ENC assembly.
Step 4 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the CR_ENC assembly.
1 = CR_ENC assembly 2 = Screws (M2x12) fixing the CR_ENC assembly
Step 5 : Replace the CR_ENC assembly.
Step 6 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When removing the T fence from the CR_ENC assembly, be careful not to damage
the T fence.
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4.7.6. Replacing the P_EDGE sensor assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the P_EDGE sensor Assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
Step 1 : Remove the P_EDGE sensor assembly connector from the CR board assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the screw fixing the P_EDGE sensor assembly.
Step 3 : Replace the P_EDGE sensor assembly.
1 = P_EDGE sensor assembly 2 = Screw (M2x12) fixing the P_EDGE sensor
assembly
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 5 : Perform media sensor sensitivity adjustment according to "Media sensor sensitivity adjustment".
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4.7.7. Replacing the CR cursor assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the CR cursor assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the cutter holder, cutter spring, cutter cap, solenoid
assembly, and solenoid spring" to "Replacing the P_EDGE sensor assembly " to remove the
parts in cursor components.
Step 2 : Slide the CR cursor assembly to the opposite side of the home position.
Step 3 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the steel belt" to remove the steel belt from the CR cursor.
Step 4 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the CR board installation board.
Step 5 : Remove the CR board installation board.
1 = CR board installation board 2 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the CR board installation board
Step 6 : Remove the T fence.
Step 7 : Remove the CR blade spring.
1 = CR cursor assembly 2 = CR blade spring
Step 8 : Replace CR cursor assembly.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 10 : Perform head height adjustment according to "Head height adjustment".
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4.7.8. Replacing the cursor roller assembly
Notes :
Remove following cover before replacing the Cursor roller assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Head cover: refer to "Removing the head cover"
4.7.8.1. Replacing the cursor roller assembly (upper 2 cursor rollers)
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the CR cursor assembly " to remove the CR cursor
assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the E ring fixing the cursor roller assembly.
1 = CR cursor assembly 2 = E ring fixing the cursor roller assembly.
Step 3 : Replace the cursor roller assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Step 5 : Perform head height adjustment according to "Head height adjustment".
4.7.8.2. A. Replacing the cursor roller assembly (6 high-load bearings) : Large bearing
type
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the CR cursor assembly " to remove the CR cursor
assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the side cursor roller assemblies and B cursor axises together with flat-head driver or
another tool.
1 = CR cursor assembly 2 = B cursor axis
Step 3 : Remove the E ring fixing the cursor roller assembly of downside.
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1 = CR cursor assembly 2 = E ring fixing the cursor roller assembly.
Step 4 : Replace the cursor roller assembly.
Step 5 : Install the spacers and the other parts as shown in the following figure.
1 = E ring fixing the side cursor roller assy 2 = High-load bearing of the side cursor roller assy
3 = Brass spacer of the side cursor roller assy 4 = E ring of the cursor roller assy
5 = High-load bearing of the cursor roller assy of downside 6 = Brass spacer of the cursor roller assy
Step 6 : Apply the screw lock to the cursor axis, and install the cursor roller assembly with the axis at the
lower position.
Notes :
Be sure that the screw lock does not contaminate the cursor roller or the spacer.
1 = Applying position of the screw lock
Step 7 : Perform head height adjustment according to "Head height adjustment".
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4.8. REPLACING THE MAINTENANCE STATION AREA
4.8.1. Replacing the Capping Station Assembly (Maintenance Assembly)
Notes :
When replacing the parts inside the maintenance assembly, be sure to perform
following operation to clear the counter.
"High ink initialization" or " Cleaning initialization": refer to "Counter Display
Menu"
Remove following covers before replacing the parts inside the maintenance
assembly.
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Side cover L: refer to "Removing side cover L"
Front cover: refer to "Removing the front cover"
Y rail cover: refer to "Removing the Y rail cover"
Step 1 : Follow step 1 in "Replacing the flushing box assembly" to move the CR cursor to the left.
Step 2 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the Wiper Arm Assy.
1 = screws 2 = wiper arm assy
Step 3 : Remove the wiper arm assy.
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Step 4 : Remove the cover from the pump assembly.
Step 5 : Remove the screw fixing the flushing box installation board.
Step 6 : Remove the flushing box installation board.
Step 7 : Remove the tubes from the pump station
Note :
Be careful when removing the tubing from the nipple. Hold the tubing as close to the
nipple as possible. Turn the tubing left and right until it is coming off. Otherwise the
tubing will stretch and the inner coating layer will be damaged.
(1) Turn the tubing left right and pull gently (2) Stretched and damaged tubing
Notes :
There is some remaining ink in the tubes. Be careful that the ink is not spilled from the
tube onto the printer or items close to the printer.
Step 8 : Disconnect the electrical wires.
a. Cut the 3 rock-ties (DF-41410)
b. Unplug the wires (on the connectors)
1 = rock ties 2 = connectors
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Step 9 : Remove the 6 screws fixing the maintenance assembly.
1= screws (M3x8) fixing the maintenance assembly Position of the holes
Step 10 : Replace the maintenance assembly.
Notes :
Secure the maintenance assembly so that it abuts against the rear right portion.
The connection sequence for the tubes is as follows: Numbers in brackets ( ) are
the cap numbers from left to right as viewed from the front of the main body.
65 and 90 Spitfire
Step 11 : Move the cursor to the opposite side of the origin.
Step 12 : Cap once.
Step 13 : Move the CR Cursor to the left side of the printer.
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Step 14 : Use the build-in mirror (in the left maintenance cover) to check that the cap does not
impinge on the nozzle.
1 = Print head (nozzle face) 2 = Nozzle
3 = Cap trace 4 = Mirror
Step 15 : Reinstall the rest of the parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure. Make sure
that both cam and gears in the capping station assy are sufficient applied with grease
(KY-80050)
4.8.1. Assembling the Capping Station
Step 1 : Hook the lever of the plastic subassy with the head caps to the hook on the basic plate.
Theres one lever and one hook on the basic plate.
Notes
Turn the wheel on the basic plate until the hook is a little in the up position.
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Step 2 : Attach the 2 side supports of the basic plate to the black plastic station
Step 3 : Place the plate with the axes in this position under the basic plate of the capping /
maintenance station and put the cap unit (black plastic part) over the axes. Make sure
that all hooked parts stay hooked. Press the spring and attach two screws (NS-05030061)
to the ends of the axes. At the left side (this means the side of the tin) a round piece is
needed between the screw and the axis.
Plate with Axes
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Step 4 : Attach both plates with 4x NS-05030051. Determine the position by using the nipples on
the basic plate.
Step 5 : Adjust the ridge so that you arent able anymore to put a sheet of paper between the ridge
Step 6 : Put the 4 black tubes on the nipples as on the pictures below.
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4.8.3. Replacing the caps
Notes
Make sure when mounting the caps that with the bearing at the right side the caps black spot is on the under
side and the tube at the back at the upper side.
1 = bearing 3 = tube at the back of the cap
2 = black spot on cap
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4.8.4. Replacing the wiper and wiperarm and replace the sponge
4.8.4.1 Installing the new wipers in the wiperarm and replace the spongne.
Notes :
Be careful not to break the lips of the wiper arm while installing the wipers.
Do not touch the wipers with your bare hands to avoid fat or dirt get in contact with
the wipers and automatically the nozzle plate. Use a pair of tweezers to avoid this.
Clean wipers with appropriate cleaning liquid in case of dirt.
Please follow the procedure mentioned below.
Step 1 : Click the new wipers in the new wiperarm on the positions and manor shown in the pictures.
No. Part
1 Well positioned wiper
2 Malpositioned wiper
For Spitfire 65 and 90
Position 3, 4, 5, 6
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Step 2: Replace the sponge
1 Wipers
2 Wiper arm
3 Sponge
4.8.4.2 Installing the wiperarm
Step 1 : Power ON the printer and go to the WiperClean-Menu. This will cause the unlocking of the
carriage. (In User mode > SetupMenu 6/7)
* WiperClean *
Changed wiper?
ENTER
Step 2 : Push the carriage to the left side of the machine so you can remove the four screws of the wiper
assembly.
No. Part
1 Screws
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Step 3 : Remove the wiper assembly
1 = Wiper assembly
Notes :
Be careful removing the wiper assembly, so you dont break the sensor located
close to the wiper.
No. Part
1 Sensor
Step 4 : Remove the wiperarm and reinstall the new one.
No. Part
1 Wiperarm assembly
2 T plate
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Step 5 : To reinstall the wiper assembly (after installing and cleaning the new wipers) please reverse the
removal procedure.
Step 6 : After complete reinstallation, clean the wipers using Spitfire Cleaning Liquid.
4.8.4.3 Change wiper arm assy, wipers and sponge.
Step 1 : Power ON the printer and go to the WiperClean-Menu. This will cause the unlocking of the
carriage.
* WiperClean *
Changed wiper?
ENTER
Step 2 : Slide the carriage to the left side of the machine so you can remove the four screws of the wiper
assembly.
1 Screws
Step 3 : Remove the wiper assembly (1)
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Step 4 : When you have ordered the new wiper arm assembly (MY35381) + wipers (ME-80771), the
complete assembly (except the wipers) will already be assembled.
Install the new wipers onto the new assembly.
Positions : 3, 4, 5, 6
Step 5 : Install the complete assembly onto the machine and tighten the four screws.
1 Screws
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4.8.5. Replacing the SLIDE motor assembly (wiper arm)
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the maintenance assembly" to remove the maintenance
assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the SLIDE motor assembly.
1 = SLIDE motor assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the SLIDE motor assembly
Step 3 : Replace the SLIDE motor assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.8.6. Replacing the transmission photosensor (wiper home position
and maintenance home position)
Step 1 : Remove the transmission photosensor from the side plate R.
1 = Transmission photo sensor 2 = cable assembly
Step 2 : Remove each origin cable assembly from the transmission photosensor.
Step 3 : Remove the transmission photosensor.
Step 4 : Apply the screw lock to the tab portions of the transmission photosensors to be installed.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the origin cable assembly onto the transmission photosensor, be
careful to not confuse the connectors.
Wiper origin cable assembly (black): front
Maintenance origin cable assembly (white): rear
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4.9. REPLACING THE PUMP AREA
4.9.1. Replacing the pump assembly
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the parts in the PF motor assembly.
Maintenance cover: refer to "Removing the maintenance cover"
Step 1 : Remove the tubes on the maintenance station and those to the waste bottle.
1 = tube connections on the maintenance station
(Connections of the Tubes of the pump station
connected on the maintenance station)
2 = tube connections on the underside of the pump
station (Connections of the tubes going to the waste
bottle)
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Note :
Concerning the tube connections on the maintenance station :
Be careful when removing the tubing from the nipple. Hold the tubing as close to the
nipple as possible. Turn the tubing left and right until it is coming off. Otherwise the
tubing will stretch and the inner coating layer will be damaged.
(1) Turn the tubing left right and pull gently (2) Stretched and damaged tubing
Notes :
There is some remaining ink in the tubes. Be careful that the ink is not spilled from
the tube onto the printer or items close to the printer.
Notes :
Concerning the tube connections on the underside of the pump assy :
When reconnecting the tubes going to the waste bottle, cut off approximately 5mm
of each tube before putting it on the nipple. This provides a good connection of the
tubes on the nipples.
Step 2 : Disconnect the electrical wires of the pump motors on the connectors.
Step 3 : Remove the 4 screws fixing the pump assembly
1 = Pump assembly 2 = Screws (M3x8) fixing the pump assembly
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Step 4 : Replace the pump assembly.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
Follow the instructions in "Pump tubing layout for pump assembly" to connect the
tube.
4.9.2. Replacing the pump
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the pump assembly " to remove the pump assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the screw fixing the pump assembly.
1 = Pump assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the pump assembly
Step 3 : Replace the pump
Pump MY-80300L
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
Follow the instructions in "Pump tubing layout for pump assembly" to connect the
tube.
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4.9.3. Replacing the pump motor assembly
Caution :
The motor is hot after the product has been operated, so be careful not to burn yourself.
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the pump assembly " to remove the pump assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the pump motor assembly.
1 = Pump motor assembly 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the pump motor assembly
Step 3 : Replace the pump motor assembly.
Step 4 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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4.10. REPLACING THE CARTRIDGE AREA
4.10.1. Replacing the I/H (ink holder) assembly
There are 8 I/H assembly 's installed in this printer. Following procedure is for the removal of 1 I/H
assembly.
Notes :
Remove following covers before replacing the parts in the I/H assembly.
I/H cover: refer to "Removing the I/H cover"
Side cover R: refer to "Removing side cover R"
Panel unit assembly: refer to "Removing the panel unit assembly"
(1) Removing the I/H assembly
Step 1 : Perform the ink discharge operation to discharge the ink from the inside of all ink paths.
Notes :
For ink draining procedure, refer to "Head wash menu".
Step 2 : Remove the following connectors from the JUNCTION board assembly.
Ink sensor assembly connectors (8)
SC cable assembly connectors (8)
Notes :
For more details of the JUNCTION board assembly connector, refer to "Table
Connectors connected to the JUNCTION board assembly" in "Replacing the
JUNCTION board assembly".
Step 3 : Remove the sensor assembly harnesses removed in step 2 from their clamps.
Step 4 : Pull the harnesses out of the grommets on the board base fixing plate.
Step 5 : Follow the step 1 to 3 in "Replacing the power source board assembly" to remove the Mainboard
base.
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Step 6 : Remove the 3 screws fixing the P/S board installation board.
Step 7 : Remove the P/S board installation board.
Step 8 : Remove the coupling screws and O-ring from the I/H assembly.
Step 9 : Remove the 4 screws fixing I/C slide 2 and the I/H assembly.
1 = I/H assembly 2 = I/C slide 2
3 = Screws (M3x8) fixing I/C slide 2 and the I/H
assembly
Step 10 : Remove the I/H assembly.
Step 11 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
Please soak the O-ring in cleaning liquid before installation.
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(2) Replacing the ink ID board assembly and the holder pressure spring
Step 1 : Remove the I/H assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the holder pressure spring.
1 = Holder pressure spring (two-ply use) 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the holder pressure spring
3 = Ink ID board assembly 4 = SC cable assembly
Step 3 : Replace the holder pressure spring.
Step 4 : Remove the SC cable assembly connector from the ink ID board assembly.
Step 5 : Replace the ink ID board assembly.
Step 6 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
(3) Replacing the cartridge frame assembly
Step 1 : Remove the I/H assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the cables from the I/H assembly clamp.
Step 3 : Disengage the hook fixing the cartridge frame assembly, and then slide the cartridge frame
assembly in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
Step 4 : Slide the cartridge frame assembly in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
1 = Cartridge frame assembly 2 = Hook
Step 5 : Replace the cartridge frame assembly.
Step 6 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
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(4) Replacing the ink sensor assembly (ink NOT sensor, ink END sensor)
Step 1 : Remove the I/H assembly.
Step 2 : Remove the cables from the I/H assembly clamp.
Step 3 : Remove the cartridge frame assembly.
Step 4 : Remove the screw fixing the ink END sensor.
1 = Ink END sensor 2 = Screw (M3x10) fixing the ink END sensor
Step 5 : Remove the ink END sensor.
Step 6 : Remove the screw fixing the Ink NOT sensor to the Cartridge frame assembly.
1 = Ink NOT sensor 2 = Screw (M2x8) fixing the ink NOT sensor
Step 7 : Remove the ink NOT sensor.
Step 8 : Replace the ink sensor assembly.
Step 9 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the ink NOT sensor, do not tighten the screw firmly. Otherwise, the
switch may not come out.
Step 10 : Make sure that the Ink NOT sensor switch moves.
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4.11. REPLACING SUPPORTS AND SCROLLER
4.11.1. Replacing the waste fluid bottle assembly
Notes :
When replacing the waste fluid bottle assembly, be sure to perform following
operation to clear the counter. "High ink initialization" or " Cleaning initialization":
refer to "Counter Initialization Menu"
Step 1 : Remove the waste fluid bottle assembly.
Caution :
Waste ink will remain inside the tubes. Be careful that the ink is not spilled from the tube
onto the printer or items close to the printer.
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4.11.2. Replacing the waste bottle box sensor assembly
Step 1 : Follow the instructions in "Replacing the waste fluid bottle assembly" to remove the waste fluid
bottle assembly.
Caution :
Waste ink will remain inside the tubes. Be careful that the ink is not spilled from the tube
onto the printer or items close to the printer.
Step 2 : Remove the waste liquid BOX sensor assembly connector from the rear side cap R.
1 = Rear side cap R 2 = Waste liquid BOX sensor assembly connector
Step 3 : Remove the waste liquid box assy from the stand.
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Step 4 : Remove the screws fixing the waste liquid sensor assembly.
Step 5 : Reinstall all parts in the opposite order of the removal procedure.
Notes :
When installing the waste liquid BOX sensor assembly, pay attention to following
points :
Adjust the waste liquid BOX sensor assembly before installing the waste
liquid bottle cover.
Position and install it so that "Sensor : Waste liquid tank" is properly
switched in "Sensor Menu".
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5. SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
5.1. INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides information on the self-diagnosis function.
The self-diagnosis function adjusts the printing accuracy. It is used in the manufacturing process,
adjustment and maintenance.
The self-diagnosis function is implemented in the system firmware. All functions are available from the
operation panel.
Notes :
Refer to Part names and functions ".
5.2. PREPARATION
Before you can use the self-diagnosis function, you should make the machine ready and display the self-
diagnosis menu.
5.2.1. Preparations on Machine
Before starting up the self-diagnosis function, perform following preparations:
(1) Setting printing media
Set a roll media for adjustment.
Notes :
Make sure to use coated paper for the adjustment purpose.
(2) Connecting power cable
Connect the power cable to the machine's inlet assembly and insert the power plug into an outlet.
Notes :
Do not connect three or more power plugs to one outlet.
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5.2.2. Starting Up
To use the self-diagnosis function, you should first display the self-diagnosis menu on the operation panel.
The self-diagnosis menu is completely independent of the normal operation mode and self-diagnosis display
mode. To call up the self-diagnosis menu, follow the steps below.
Step 1 : If the system is in the operation mode or the self-diagnosis menu mode, press the [POWER] key
to power off the unit.
The power is turned off.
Step 2 : Press and hold the [F2] key, [F4] key, and [MENU ] key simultaneously. While holding down
these keys, press the [POWER] key.
The system will enter the self-diagnosis mode and display the self-diagnosis menu.
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5.3. OPERATIONS IN SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE
This section explains how to operate in the self-diagnosis mode and provides the list of available diagnosis
items.
5.3.1. Operating Self-Diagnosis Mode
Follow the operation flow shown below to operate the self-diagnosis mode.
For more detailed operation steps, refer to the flow chart of the applicable diagnosis item.
Step 1 : Make sure the printer is in the diagnostic mode
Step 2 : Press the [MENU ] key or the [MENU ] key on the operation panel to change over in the
diagnosis menu.
Step 3 : Press the [F1] key, [F2] key, [F3] key or [F4] key to select the applicable diagnosis item.
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Step 4 : Press the [F2] key or the [F4] key on the operation panel to modify the set value.
Step 5 : To save the modified value, press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.
The modified set value is stored and a next item is displayed.
Notes :
If you press the [CANCEL] key instead of the [ENTER] key, the modification will not
be stored.
Notes :
Modifications will be stored definitely when the machines memory has been
powered off once. If the machine is not powered off properly, all changes made will
be ignored !
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Step 6 : To quit the diagnosis menu, press the [CANCEL] key on the operation panel.
The system returns to an upper hierarchy of the diagnosis menu.
Step 7 : To exit the self-diagnosis menu, press the [POWER] key.
5.3.2. Diagnosis Items in Self-Diagnosis Menu
The Self-Diagnosis menu includes following diagnosis items.
Initialization item Description Reference
Inspection Menu Performs various inspections on the circuit boards,
sensors, and fans.
Refer to Inspection Menu
Adjustment Menu Performs various adjustments for the printer mechanism. Refer to Adjustment Menu
Purge Menu Performs mode-specified purge. Refer to Purge Menu
Sample Printing
Menu
Performs sample printing necessary for adjustment. Sample Printing Menu
Parameter Menu Configures various adjustment parameters. Refer to Parameter Menu
Endurance
Running Menu
Performs endurance running of the printer mechanism. Refer to Endurance
Running Menu
Head Lock Menu Performs lock and release of the print head. Refer to Head Lock Menu
* Check *
F1 Test Adjustment F2
F3 Cleaning Print F4
(1/3)
* Check *
F1 Parameter Life F2
F3 Head lock Heat Syst F4
(2/3)
* Check *
F1 Sol Prepare SMS F2
(3/3)
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5.4. TEST / INSPECTION MENU
In the Inspection menu, you can perform various inspections on the circuit boards, sensors and fans.
The Inspection menu includes the following diagnosis items.
Initialization item Description Refer to
RamCapacity This menu displays the memory size.
Ram Capacity Menu
Ver Displays the versions of the firmware and mainboard
assembly.
Firmware version
Backup parameter version
Setting of dip switches
Revision of mainboard assembly
Version Menu
Panel Used to check the functions of the operation panel keys,
LCD, and LED.
Operation Panel Menu
Sensor This menu displays the sensor status in the operation
panel.
CR_HP sensor
Cover sensor
Lever sensor
P_EDGE sensor
P_REAR sensor
HD_SLIDE sensor
Thermistor sensor
Ink ID sensor
Ink NOT sensor
Ink END sensor
Sensor Menu
Encoder Displays the detected values from the following encoders.
CR (Carriage)
PF (Media feed)
Encoder Menu
Fan This menu is used to check if the fan operates normally by
turning ON and OFF the fan.
Fan Menu
Elec. Used to check the following records.
Maintenance history
Serious error history
History Menu
Head Signal This menu is used to check the head-driving signal. Head Signal Menu
* Test *
F1 RamCapacity Version F2
F3 Panel Sensor F4
(1/2)
* Test *
F1 Encoder Fan F2
F3 Elec. Head Signal F4
(2/2)
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5.4.1. RAM Capacity Menu
This menu displays the memory size.
* RamCapacity *
RamCapacity 256 MB
Notes :
The Memory Size menu displays the size of the memory installed on the mainboard
(128 MB or 256 MB).
5.4.2. Version Menu
This menu displays following contents about the firmware and mainboard assembly.
Firmware version
Backup parameter version
Setting of dip switches of mainboard assembly
Revision of mainboard assembly
Notes :
The details of the dipswitch setting of mainboard assembly are as follows.
Switch 1: OFF
Switch 2: OFF
* Ver *
Firm Sp0.99h,mA
Parameter 1.00
(1/2)
* Ver *
DipSW 0x03
Board Rev 10
(2/2)
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5.4.3. Operation Panel Menu
This menu is used to check the functions of the operation panel keys, LCD, and LEDs.
(1) Operation panel key check
When you press a key on the operation panel, the name of the key is displayed on the LCD. To exit the
operation panel key check, press the [CANCEL] key twice.
(2) LCD check
The entire LCD screen is filled in black. You can check for any missing dots.
(3) LED check
The following LEDs light up in order. The LCD displays the name of the LED that is currently illuminated.
Power lamp
Error lamp
Data lamp
Media set lamp
Heater lamp
Roll media lamp
Sheet/Cut paper
* Panel *
F1 Key LCD F2
F3 LED
* Panel *
Key ??????
* Panel *
LED Origin
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5.4.4. Sensor Menu
This menu displays the sensor status in the operation panel.
If the displayed sensor status does not match the actual machine status, replace or adjust the relevant
sensor referring to "Table Inspection Items in Sensor Menu".
N Sensor name Status in display Refer to
CR_HP sensor ON/OFF Replacing the transmission photosensor
Waste fluid sensor ON/OFF Replacing the waste liquid BOX sensor assembly
Wiper sensor On/Off
Cap sensor On/Off
Cover sensor Open/Close Replace the cover R sensor assembly and the
cover L sensor assembly
Ink cover sensor Open/Close Removing the I/H cover
Lever Up ON/OFF Replacing the transmission photosensor
Lever Down ON/OFF Replacing the transmission photosensor
Foot lever SW sensor ON/OFF
P_EDDE sensor 0 to FF (0 to 255) Replacing the P_EDGE sensor assembly
P_REAR-R sensor ON/OFF Replacing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and
P_REAR_L sensor assembly
P_REAR-L sensor ON/OFF Replacing the P_REAR_R sensor assembly and
P_REAR_L sensor assembly
HD_SLIDE sensor ON/OFF Replacing the SLIDE motor assembly, HD_SLIDE
sensor assembly and slide motor installation board
Head thermister **C
Ink ID sensor Pig, Dye, WASH Replacing the Cartridge Area
Ink NOT sensor 12345678 Replacing the Cartridge Area
Ink END sensor 12345678 Replacing the Cartridge Area
Notes :
The ink ID sensor indicates the type of ink cartridge installed with the following ID.
W(ASH): Cleaning fluid
S : Spitfire Mild Solvent
The ink NOT sensor indicates the number where a cartridge is missing.
For the ink end sensor, the colour of the ink that has run out is displayed.
* Sensor *
CR Origin Off CR_HP sensor
Waste Bin On Waste fluid sensor
(1/9)
* Sensor *
Wiper On Wiper sensor
Cap Off Cap sensor
(2/9)
* Sensor *
Cover Open Cover sensor
InkCover Open Ink cover sensor
(3/9)
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* Sensor *
LeverUp On Lever up sensor
LeverDown On Lever down sensor
(4/9)
* Sensor *
FootLever On Foot lever SW sensor
PaperEdgeAD 04e P_EDGE sensor
(5/9)
* Sensor *
PaperRear R Off P_REAR_R sensor
PaperRear L Off P_REAR_L sensor
(6/9)
* Sensor *
Headslide On HD_SLIDE sensor
Temp 25C Head thermistor
(7/9)
* Sensor *
Ink ID 12 34 5678 Ink ID Sensors
SSwwSSSS
(8/9)
* Sensor *
Ink Not Ink NOT sensor
Ink End Ink END sensor
(9/9)
5.4.5. Encoder Menu
This menu displays the detected values from the following encoders.
CR_ENC (Carriage)
PF_ENC (Media feed)
Notes :
For the encoder-detected values, the encoder pulse numbers are displayed in
hexadecimal number.
* Encoder *
CR 0000 CR_ENC
PF 0000 PF_ENC
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5.4.6. Fan Menu
This menu is used to check if the fan operates normally by turning it ON and OFF the fan.
As soon as you select this menu, the fan will be activated.
When you press the [CANCEL] key, the fan is off and the operation panel displays "Inspection: Fan".
* Fan *
[Cancel] End
5.4.7. History Menu
This menu is used to check the maintenance history and serious error history.
* Elec. *
F1 Maintenance Error F2
(1) Maintenance history
Maintenance history for the following parts is displayed.
Waste liquid tank capacity (#)
Number of cuts (#)
Number of wipes of the cleaner head (#)
Number of rubs of the cleaner head (#)
Number of drives of the CR motor (#)
Number of drives of the PF motor (#)
Number of printing copies (#)
Number of cleanings (#)
Discharge amount of head ink 1 (A, B nozzles), M dot
Discharge amount of head ink 2 (A, B nozzles), M dot
Discharge amount of head ink 3 (A, B nozzles), M dot
Discharge amount of head ink 4 (A, B nozzles), M dot
Cutter solenoid down times (#)
Notes :
For the CR motor drive count, 1 pass becomes 1 count.
For the PF motor drive count, 10 meters travel becomes 1 count.
* Maintenance *
WasteInk 00000000 Waste liquid tank capacity
Cut 00000000 Number of cuts
(1/10)
* Maintenance *
Wiper 00000000 Number of wipes of the cleaner head
Rubbing 00000000 Number of rubs of the cleaner head
(2/10)
* Maintenance *
CR Motor 00000000 Number of drives of the CR motor
PF Motor 00000000 Number of drives of the PF motor
(3/10)
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* Maintenance *
PrintingNumber 00000000 Number of printing copies
Cleaning 00000000 Number of cleanings
(4/10)
* Maintenance *
Fire 1-A 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 1-A nozzle ink
Fire 1-B 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 1-B nozzle ink
(5/10)
* Maintenance *
Fire 2-A 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 2-A nozzle ink
Fire 2-B 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 2-A nozzle ink
(6/10)
* Maintenance *
Fire 3-A 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 3-A nozzle ink
Fire 3-B 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 3-B nozzle ink
(7/10)
* Maintenance *
Fire 4-A 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 4-A nozzle ink
Fire 4-B 00000000Mdot Discharge amount of head 4-A nozzle ink
(8/10)
* Maintenance *
Pump A 24926 Number of cycles of Pump A
Pump B 24980 Number of cycles of Pump B
(9/10)
* Maintenance *
Cut Sole. 00000000 Cutter solenoid down time
(10/10)
(2) Serious error history
This menu displays the serious errors that have occurred so far.
Notes :
A serious error history does not include any CPU errors.
A serious error history can contain up to 32 error events.
* Error *
Error0 Y current
Error1 X motor
(1/16)
* Error *
Error2 X motor
Error3 X motor
(2/16)
* Error *
Error30 Y Current
Error31 No Error
(16/16)
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5.4.8. Head Signal Menu
This menu is used to check the head-driving signal.
* Head Signal *
F1 Flush Mode1 F2
F3 Mode2 Mode3 F4
(1/2)
* Head Signal *
F1 Mode5 Mode7 F2
(2/2)
Select :
* Head Signal *
ENTER :
* Flush *
Drive
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5.5. ADJUSTMENT MENU
In this menu, you can align the printing position and correct the media feed operation.
The Adjustment menu includes following diagnosis menus :
Initialization item Description Refer to
Skew check In this menu, you can perform media feed and check
the degree of skew in the media feed operation by
means of the sensors.
Skew Check Menu
Head rank input Inputs the characteristic value of the installed print
head. Ink is replenished after this input.
Head rank input menu
Head nozzle check Prints out a printing to check the ink discharge
performance of the head nozzles.
Head Nozzle Check Menu
Head angle check Prints out a print to check for printer head slant.
Mechanical adjustment should be performed as
necessary.
Head Slant Check Menu
Repeatability
adjustment
Prints out a print to align the two-way printing
position.
Repeatability Adjustment
Menu
CW adjustment Prints out a print to adjust any gaps between the
heads.
CW Adjustment Menu
Band feed correction Prints out a print to correct the media feed amount
for each pass.
Band Feed Correction
Menu (X Length)
Top & bottom
adjustment
Sets the top and bottom margins. Top & bottom adjustment
menu
P_REAR sensor
position adjustment
Adjusts the position of the P_REAR sensor using
sheet media.
P_REAR sensor position
adjustment menu
Test Print Prints out a nozzle check pattern and the adjustment
variables.
Test print menu
Head Wash Cleans the tubes and heads using cleaning fluid. Head wash menu
Software counter
initialization
Clears various software counters. Software Counter
Initialization Menu
Feed amount check Used to check the media feed amount for one band. Feed Pitch Check Menu
Fill pattern A fill printing pattern is printed by both ends of the
head.
Fill printing menu
* Adj *
F1 CheckSkew Input Rank F2
F3 ChkNozzle HeadSlant F4
(1/4)
* Adj *
F1 Bi-D Uni-D F2
F3 Feed Adj. Top&Bottom F4
(2/4)
* Adj *
F1 R. Sns. Pos. TestPrint F2
F3 CleanHead CountClear F4
(3/4)
* Adj *
F1 SendPitch
F3 FillPattern
(4/4)
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5.5.1. Skew Check Menu
In this menu, you can perform media feed and check the degree of skew in the media feed operation by
means of the sensors.
When you select this item from the Adjustment menu, the machine feeds the length specified by the
operation panel and checks for media feed skew by comparing the media edge positions before and after the
media feed detected by the sensors.
Notes :
Before performing skew check, ensure that the media is set correctly.
Since the reference position where media has been set is determined the first time the
media left edge is detected, errors may result as follows if the media is not setup
correctly.
Media errors occur during skew check and the operation stops.
"Undefined Media" occurs frequently during media initialization when the power is
turned on or media is cut.
* Check Skew *
0.1 m 10.0 m +
1.0 m - Set per 0.1 m
ENTER
* Check Skew *
Set Paper When media is not set
Media set
* Check Skew *
Paper Initial
Finishing media initialization
* Check Skew *
Exc. Skew
Finishing media edge detection normally
* Check Skew *
SkewResult + 0.010 mm
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5.5.2. Head rank input menu
Inputs the head rank.
The head rank is used to determine the operation voltage of the head and compensate the temperature.
Input head rank following the steps below.
(1) Selecting input method
When inputting head rank, select one of the following methods.
Input using the QR code
Input from the operation panel
(2) When input using the QR code has been selected
Make sure that the operation panel displays "Input HEAD1 QR code".
Input the QR code from the QR code reader.
* QRcode * * QRcode *
Input Head1 QRcode Head ID input
ENTER Incorrectly entered : Error
Correctly entered : Initial charge menu Press ENTER to re-enter
(3) When input from the operation panel is selected
Input the parameters of the upper and lower sections of the head rank using the operation panel keys.
* Panel * * QRcode *
ID1 - H + Head ID input
7BZ3E3CVXUWVWQQ 21 -
ENTER Incorrectly entered : Error
Press ENTER to re-enter
* Panel *
ID1 L +
00Y012VTTR 40UWJB -
ENTER
Correctly entered : Initial charge menu
(4) Initial ink charge menu
When the input head rank has been confirmed, initial ink charge is performed.
* Charge *
Ink charge [enter] [CANCEL] Initial charge is not executed.
Voltage input value is updated.
ENTER
* Charge *
[1] No Catridge
Set cartridge
* Charge *
Ink Charge
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5.5.3 Head Nozzle Check Menu
In this menu, you can check if the head nozzles, after refilling, can discharge ink correctly by printing a
sample print.
To print out head nozzle check patterns, follow the steps below. The following is the description of the
printing method.
Step 1 : Set media as necessary.
Notes :
Refer to the Users Guide.
Pressing the [ENTER] key in the Diagnosis menu in self-diagnostic mode moves the
lever up and down.
Step 2 : After media has been set, the machine prints out head nozzle check patterns in the following
modes. The following is the description of the printing method.
1 pass Single way
Step 3 : Check the printed head nozzle check patterns for the following points. Check points are as
follows.
Ink nozzle discharge amount (omission, discontinuity, meandering)
Satellite
T fence
Nozzle alignment in vertical direction
Nozzle alignment in horizontal direction
Nozzle check: Prints out patterns in the order of 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B.
Nozzle alignment in vertical direction: Prints out patterns in the order of 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B,
4A, 4B.
Nozzle alignment in horizontal direction (CW): Prints out patterns in the order of 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B,
3A, 3B, 4A, 4B.
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Nozzle alignment in horizontal direction (CCW): Prints out patterns in the order of 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B,
3A, 3B, 4A, 4B.
Step 4 : If any abnormal conditions are found in the ink discharge status of the head nozzles, perform ink
purge on the relevant heads.
Step 5 : After the ink purge, the system returns to the purge selection menu.
* ChkNozzle *
Set Paper If media is not set
Media set
* ChkNozzle *
Paper Initial
End Media initialization
* ChkNozzle *
F1 End Output Pattern F2
(1/2)
* ChkNozzle *
F1 Normal Powerful F2
F3 Little
(2/2)
If Normal cleaning is selected
* Normal *
Cleaning
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5.5.4. Head Slant Check Menu
This menu prints out a sample printing to check for head slant.
Item Description
Slant All head slant check.
Front and back Front and back position and slant of each head relative to the reference head check.
All Confirmation of the forward and rear positions for all nozzle rows and all heads.
end Check complete.
5.5.4.1Head slant adjustment
Step 1 : Start the self-diagnostic function.
Notes :
Refer to Self-Diagnosis Function
Step 2 : Select "Adj:HeadSlant".
Step 3 : Print "Slant" pattern.
If dotted lines on pattern CW and CCW are not a straight line, which you can check with a
magnifying glass (enlargement of at least 10), please go to step 4.
Notes :
When the printing pattern is printed, you will only see lines, and no notifications of ink
channels. The head sequence shown below.
4 head model: 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B
Step 4 : Loosen the screw (with one turn) fixing the head stationary plate.
No. Part
1 Screw (M2.5x5) fixing the head stationary plate
2 Angle adjustment screw
3 Front and back adjustment screw
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Step 5 : Make adjustments until amount of CW and CCW offset are identical.
Notes :
In theory, the alignment of CW and CCW should be identical. But in practice, it is
almost impossible to become a perfect alignment. When there is a slight difference
between CW and CCW, be sure the heads are well seated.
In case you only print uni directional, adjust the CW till it is aligned perfectly.
In case you print bi-directional, and CW and CCW cannot be aligned more perfectly.
Divide the fault equally.
When printing the pattern, the head identifications 1A, 1B etc, are not printed.
Analyse the pattern as shown below. Be sure to have five lines for each color.
How to adjust What to become
No. Part
1 Angle adjustment screw
Step 6 : Tighten the screw fixing the head stationary plate.
Repeat step 1 to 6 until the adjustment is correct for all heads.
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5.5.4.2. Front and back
To perform a Head Front/Back Adjustment, please follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1 : In diagnostic mode, go to [Adjust : Head Slant].
Step 2 : Press the [F2] key for F&B (front and back) adjustment.
* HeadSlant *
F1 Slant F&B F2
F3 Check End F4
Step 3 : Print out [Front/Back] pattern. First pattern A with 1A as reference is printed, then pattern B with
4B as reference and finally A+B.
A+B
B
4B is the
reference
head
A
1A is the
reference
head
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Notes :
To help you identify the print heads on the test pattern please refer to the diagram
below.
Know you see, 1A is Black, 1B is Yellow, etc (in our color combination).
Step 4 : Check if all nozzles are in 1 row by using a magnifying glass with an enlargement of at least 10.
If not, please proceed to step 5.
Step 5 : Loosen the screw with 1 turn, which secures the Head Fixing Plate.
No. Part
1 Head Fixing plate securing screw
2 Front/Back Adjustment Screw
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Step 6 : When the nozzles are not in one row, adjust the head front/back position by moving the Head
Front/Back Adjustment Screw the manner shown below. First adjust nozzle row A (1A, 2A, 3A,
4A). When adjusted perfectly, nozzle row B should automatically be adjusted. But in practice this
isnt always a fact. When your determine a small misalignment after adjusting A well, readjust
again until all nozzles of row A and B are perfectly aligned.
NOTE :
We only give an example for one colour combination. Please refer to Operation
Procedure Labels in the Maintenance Manual where you can find the other possible
colour combinations.
Step 7 : Tighten the screw which secures the Head Fixing Plate.
Step 8 : Repeat step 1 to 7 until the adjustment is correct.
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5.5.5. Repeatability Adjustment (Bi-Directional)
To perform a Repeatability Adjustment, please follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1 : Start the self-diagnostic function.
Notes :
Refer to Self-Diagnosis Function".
Step 2 : Select "Adj:Bi-D".
Step 3 : Print a repeatability pattern.
Step 4 : The odd rows (with each 5 dots) are the references. So the even rows should be adjusted (use a
magnifying with an enlargement of at least 10)
When you want to move the even rows (with dots) to the right, you have to increase (+) the value.
For example: The value is 20, adjust it to 30 for example
The value is -20, adjust it to -10 for example
When you want to move the even rows (with dots) to the left, you have to decrease (-) the value.
For example: The value is 20, adjust it to 10 for example
The value is -20, adjust it to -30 for example
4B 4A 3B 3A 2B 2A 1B 1A
Step 5 : Adjust reciprocation per head height.
#1: Head height LOW
#2: Head height MIDDLE
#3: Head height HIGH
Notes :
In the event that all parts of unit do not line up due to part or assembly precision
error, make adjustments until everything in the area around center lines up in a
straight line.
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5.5.6. CW adjustments (Uni-Directional)
To perform CW adjustments, please follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1 : Start the self-diagnostic function.
Notes :
Refer to Self-Diagnosis Function".
Step 2 : Select "Adj:Uni-D".
Step 3 : Print a CW adjustment pattern.
Step 4 : The odd rows (alternately 1A and 1B) are the references. So the even rows (2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4 A
and 4B) should be adjusted (use a magnifying with an enlargement of at least 10)
When you want to move the even rows (with dots) to the right, you have to increase (+) the value.
For example: The value is 20, adjust it to 30 for example
The value is -20, adjust it to -10 for example
When you want to move the even rows (with dots) to the left, you have to decrease (-) the value.
For example: The value is 20, adjust it to 10 for example
The value is -20, adjust it to -30 for example
1B 1A 1B 1A 1B 1A
4B 4A 3B 3A 2B 2A
Notes :
In the event that all parts of unit do not line up due to part or assembly precision
error, make adjustments until everything in the area around center lines up in a
straight line.
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5.5.7. Band Feed Correction Menu (X Length)
In this menu, you can correct the media feed distance.
To correct the media feed distance, you must first print out check patterns and measure the distance
between lines drawn in the media feed direction. Then you enter the measured value through this menu.
The system uses this entered value to determine the PF encoder resolution parameter in the firmware.
To perform an X-length Adjustment, please follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1 : Go to Feed Adjustment.
Step 2 : Set the parameter value to 900 mm.
Step 3 : Print out the Feed Adjustment pattern.
Step 4 : Measure the printed Band Feed Correction pattern.
Step 5 : Enter the measured value as the Media Feed Distance parameter.
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* Feed Adj. *
X Length 300 1000 +
500 mm -
ENTER
CANCEL * Feed Adj. *
Enter Print Start
ENTER
* Feed Adj. *
Set paper A media is not set
Media setting
* Feed Adj. *
Paper Initial
Finish media initialization
* Feed Adj. *
Adjustment Print Display during adjustment printing
Finish printing
* Feed Adj. *
X Length 300 1010 +
500.0 mm -
ENTER
* Feed Adj. *
Enter Print Start
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5.5.8. Top & bottom adjustment menu
Sets printing margins.
Make adjustments following the steps below.
Step 1 : Set media as necessary.
Step 2 : After the media has been set, pattern printing with band feed compensation and media cutting
are performed. The following is the description of the printing method.
Black, one path, one-way
Step 3 : Measure the following adjustment items for the results of the printing of the top & bottom
adjustment pattern.
Measurements are carried out at the center of the media. The adjustment items are as follows.
Top distance
Bottom distance
Side margin
1: Top distance
2: Bottom distance
3: Side margin
4: Media feed direction
Step 4 : Input each measurement as a parameter.
* Top&Bottom *
Set Paper If media is not set
Set media
* Top&Bottom *
Paper Initial
End Media Initialization
* Top&Bottom *
Adjustment Print Display during adjustment printing
* Top&Bottom *
Top Length 0 40.0 +
5.0 mm -
* Top&Bottom *
Top Length 0 40.0 +
5.0 mm -
* Top&Bottom *
Side 0 20.0 +
5.0 mm -
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5.5.9. P_REAR sensor position adjustment menu
Adjust the P_REAR sensor position in order to accurately detect the length of the cut media.
During this adjustment, the P_REAR sensor position can be adjusted inside the firmware by referring to the
nozzle, in order to obtain a maximum printable area starting from the ends of the media.
Make adjustments following the steps below.
Step 1 : Set media as necessary.
Notes :
Use cutting media for adjusting the P_REAR sensor. Set A3 cutting media in
portrait orientation.
P_REAR sensor position adjustment is a process necessary during manufacturing.
This does not need to be done when band feed is compensated.
Step 2 : After the media has been set, a pattern printing with the P_REAR sensor position adjustment is
performed.
The following is the description of the printing method.
Draws a horizontal line (black 1 dot line) 17 mm away from the media end.
Step 3 : Measure the distance from the media end to the line just drawn.
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Step 4 : Input the measurement as the parameter of the P_REAR sensor position.
* Rear Sensor *
Set Cutting Paper
Set media
* Rear Sensor *
Paper Initial If media is not set
End media initialization
* Rear Sensor *
Paper Width 297.0 mm Check media width
ENTER
* Rear Sensor *
Rear Sensor 7.0 27.0 +
17.0 mm -
5.5.10. Test print menu
In this menu, you can print out adjustment patterns for checking various adjustment items.
Make adjustments following the steps below.
Step 1 : Set media as necessary.
Step 2 : After media has been set, the machine prints out the following test Printings.
Nozzle check: Head nozzle check pattern
Adjustment variables: Set values of various adjustment variables
Step 3 : Perform selected test print.
*Print*
NOZZLE CheckAdj.Vari.
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5.5.11. Head wash menu
In this menu, ink is drained and the head is cleaned at the completion of the manufacturing process and
before replacing the print head.
Execute a cleaning following the steps below.
Step 1 : Initialize the waste ink history.
Refer to Parameter Initialization Menu
Step 2 : Discharge the waste fluid from the waste fluid bottle.
Step 3 : Press the [ENTER] key in the operation panel to confirm the head cleaning menu.
Step 4 : Remove all ink cartridges.
Step 5 : Press the [ENTER] key in the operation panel to drain the ink.
Step 6 : After the ink has been drained, install the head cleaning fixture.
Step 7 : Press the [ENTER] key in the operation panel to supply the cleaning fluid.
Step 8 : After the cleaning fluid has been supplied, remove the head cleaning fixture.
Step 9 : Drain the cleaning fluid by pressing the [ENTER] key in the operation panel.
Step 10 : Initialize the waste ink history.
Notes :
When performing the ink cleaning, always initialize the waste ink history then start a
head cleaning. Otherwise, during cleaning, the waste ink tank becomes full and
cleaning is interrupted.
After the head cleaning, always initialize the waste ink history. Otherwise, during
filling, the waste ink tank becomes full, and filling is interrupted.
Before ink filling, discharge the cleaning fluid, and wait for at least 30 minutes.
Otherwise, the printing may be unstable.
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* Clean Head *
Remove cartridge
Eject all cartridge and press the [ENTER] key to drain ink
* Clean Head *
Ink Discharge
End Ink draining
* Clean Head *
Set Cleaning jig
Set the head cleaning jig and press the [ENTER] key to charge
the cleaning liquid.
* Clean Head *
Head Cleaning
Charge cleaning liquid
* Clean Head *
Remove cleaning jig
Remove the head cleaning jig and press the [ENTER] key to
drain the cleaning liquid.
* Clean Head *
Head Cleaning
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5.5.12. Software Counter Initialization Menu
This menu initializes the software counters such as the ink amount counter.
Notes :
Before delivery, always initialize the software counters.
The software counters that can be initialized through this menu are as follows.
Counter Initial value
Ink amount counter 0
Ink consumption counter 1 0
Ink consumption counter 2 0
Ink consumption counter 3 0
Ink consumption counter 4 0
Ink consumption counter 5 0
Ink consumption counter 6 0
Ink consumption counter 7 0
Ink consumption counter 8 0
Cumulative printout timer 0
Waste ink counter 0
Ink ID mask Reset
Initial ink charge flag Set
Pressing the [ENTER] key in the operation panel performs the software counter initialization. Pressing the
[CANCEL] key cancels the initialization.
* CountClear *
Counter reset ?
ENTER
* CountClear *
Wait little time
End initialization
* CountClear *
R. Sns. Pos. Testprint
CleanHead CountClear
(3/4)
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5.5.13. Feed Pitch Check Menu
In this menu, you can check the media feed amount for one band by reviewing a sample printing. There is
no adjustment item.
To check the feed pitch, follow the steps below.
Step 1 : Set media as necessary.
Step 2 : Select "Adj:SendPitch".
Step 3 : Select "Pattern 1" or "Pattern 2" to print feed pitch check patterns.
"Pattern 1": Drawn with 1 inch (2.54 cm) intervals
"Pattern 2": Draw a repetitive pattern with 1/4 inch (0.635 cm) intervals every 4 lines and
0.63 cm intervals between each of the 4 lines.
Step 4 : Confirm that it is drawn at 1 inch intervals as shown in the following drawing.
A = Media feed direction
5.5.14. Fill printing menu
A fill printing pattern is printed by both ends of the head.
A: Media feed direction
B: 100% print
65-inch specifications are pattern printed in the sequence 1A&4B, 1A&4B, 1A&4B, while 90-inch
specifications are printed in the sequence 1A&8B, 1A&4B, 5A&8B.
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5.6. PURGE MENU
In this menu, you can purge ink from the printer heads.
The Purge menu includes the following diagnosis items.
Diagnosis item Description
Normal Performs normal purge.
Powerful Performs powerful purge.
Little Performs minimum purge.
Initial ink charge Performs initial ink charge.
* Cleaning *
F1 Normal Powerfull F2
F3 Little Ink charge F4
Select item (Normal cleaning)
* Normal *
Cleaning
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5.7. SAMPLE PRINTING MENU
This menu prints out a sample printing.
The Sample printing menu includes the following items.
Diagnosis item Description
Nozzle Check Prints the head nozzle check pattern.
Adjustment variables Prints out the set values of various adjustment items.
Notes :
When serial numbers are not input to this product, the serial numbers become blank
spaces.
* Print *
F1 Nozzle Adj. Variable F2
Select item (Nozzle check)
* Check Nozzle *
Adjustment Print
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5.8. PARAMETER MENU
In this menu, you can modify the set values of various adjustment items (adjustment parameter).
The Parameter menu includes the following items.
Initialization item Description Refer to
Initialize. Initializes the adjustment parameters. Parameter Initialization
Menu
Update Updates the adjustment parameters. Parameter Update Menu
* Parameter *
F1 Initialize Update F2
5.8.1. Parameter Initialization Menu
This menu initializes the adjustment parameters. The parameters that can be initialized in this menu are as
follows.
Capping position
Media feed distance
Serial number
Head history
Wiper history
Waste ink history
CR motor history
PF motor history
Pumps
Waste tank
Initialization of all items
* Initialize *
F1 P. FeedLen serialNo. F2
F3 Head Wiper F4
(1/3)
*Initialize*
F1 CR Motor PF Motor F2
F3 Pump A Pump B F4
(2/3)
*Initialize*
F1 WasteInk All F2
(3/3)
Select item (P. FeedLen.)
* P. FeedLen. *
Initialize OK ?
ENTER
* P. FeedLen. *
Initialize Parameter
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5.8.2. Parameter Update Menu
This menu updates the adjustment parameters. The parameters that can be updated through this menu are
as follows.
Head voltage
Printing position alignment
CW adjustment
Media feed distance
Mechanical parameter
Ink parameter
Ink ID mask
Serial number
Notes :
If you update any parameter in the Parameter Update menu, always turn the power
OFF after quitting the menu. The updated parameters will not be stored in the flash
memory unless the system power is turned OFF.
* Update *
F1 HeadRank PrintPos. F2
F3 CW Adj. P. FeedLen. F4
(1/2)
* Update *
F1 Mechparm Inparm F2
F3 Ink ID mask serialNo. F4
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(1) Head ID
In this menu, you can enter a head ID. The head ID is used to determine the printer head-driving voltage
and perform temperature correction.
After a head ID has been entered, the system shifts to the Ink Charge menu.
* HeadRank * * HeadRank *
ID1 H + Head ID input
1BZ3E3ECVXUWWQQ -
ENTER Incorrectly entered : Error
Press ENTER to re-enter
* HeadRank *
ID1 - L +
00Y0IZVTTR 40UWJB -
ENTER
* HeadRank *
Update Parameter
ENTER
* HeadRank *
Updating Parameter
* HeadRank * CANCEL
Ink charge [ENTER] Initial charge is not performed
Rank input value is updated
ENTER
* Charge *
[1] No Cartridge
* Charge *
Ink Charge
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(2) Printing position alignment
This updates the printing position alignment parameters.
* PrintPos Adj.*
# 1 Head 1A +
-28 -
* PrintPos Adj. *
#1 Head 1B +
-28 -
If the parameter is updated
* PrintPos Adj. * * PrintPos Adj. *
#1 Head 4B + ENTER Update Parameter ?
-48 -
ENTER
* PrintPos Adj. *
Updating parameter
(3) CW
This updates the CW adjustment parameters.
* CW Adj. *
Gap 1 - 2 -400 400 +
0 -
* CW Adj. *
Gap 1 - 3 -400 400 +
0 -
If the parameter is updated
* CW Adj. * * CW Adj. *
Gap 1 - 4 -400 400 + ENTER Update Parameter ?
0 -
ENTER
* CW Adj. *
Updating Parameter
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(4) Media feed distance
This updates the media feed distance parameters.
* PaperFeedLen. *
X Length 290 1010 +
500.0 mm -
ENTER
* PaperFeedLen. *
Update Parameter ?
ENTER
* Update *
Updating Parameter
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(5) Mechanical parameter
Update the mechanical position parameters. The setup items are as follows.
Top distance
Bottom distance
Side margin
P_REAR sensor position
* Mechparm *
Top Length 0 40.0 +
5.0 mm -
* Mechparm *
Bottom 0 40.0 +
5.0 mm -
* Mechparm *
Side 0 20.0 +
5.0 mm -
* Mechparm *
Rear Sensor 0 27.0 +
17.0 mm -
ENTER
* Mechparm *
Update Parameter
ENTER
* Mechparm *
Updating Parameter
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(6) Ink parameter
This updates the ink parameter. The setup items are as follows.
Set: Ink not filled
Reset: Ink filled
Notes :
When "set" has been selected on the ink parameter update menu, the product
implements initial filling operations at the next start up.
* InkParameter *
Init. Fill Flag +
Set -
ENTER
* InkParameter *
Update Parameter ? If the parameter is changed
ENTER
* InkParameter *
Updating Parameter
(7) Ink ID mask
Update the ink ID mask parameters. The setup items are as follows.
Set: Ink ID is always fixed. When a mask has been set, any cartridge inserted will be
handled as dye 4 colours fixed.
Reset: Resets the ink ID mask. Cartridge recognition becomes available via smart chip.
* Ink ID mask *
Ink ID mask +
Set -
ENTER
* Ink ID mask *
Update Parameter If parameter is updated
ENTER
* Ink ID mask *
Updating Parameter
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When loading Spitfire ink cassettes with smart-chip, it is possible that you get the message not original ink.
If this is the case, please proceed as follow :
Step 1 : Remove the ink cassette.
Step 2 : Take a closer look at the smart-chip.
Step 3 : There are some lines on the smart-chip made by the sensors in the cartridge box.
Nr. Part
1 Cassette
2 Smart-chip
3 Lines made by the sensors in the cartridge box
Step 4 : There are three possibilities.
Situation 1: The lines are in the middle
This is the perfect situation; the one which should be obtained.
Situation 2: The lines are lying on the black lines
This is the situation when the printer will display the message. No original ink. The sensors do
not detect the smart chip because the sensors do not touch the copper. This problem can be
solved easily. Move the smart-chip a few millimetres above, so that the sensor lines lie in the
middle of the black lines as in situation 1.